The East Russian Coursing Hounds is a thin, tall and very elegant breed originating in Russia. It is known to be one of the most aristocratic dogs around. This breed originated by crossing of the Sloughi or the Arab Galgo dog with Russian Hounds.
The dog was used to hunt hares and foxes using its agility, speed and sighting skills as well as force that these dogs have. It is a tall and thin dog with long and coarse coat that comes with a dense undercoat. It stands between 22-28 inches.
This dog is NOT recognized by AKC.
