Top 5 Indian Dog Breeds of India

Bhotia Dogs are Himalayan Sheepdogs from the Ladakh and Uttarakhand states of Northern India. They look very similar to Indian Gaddi Dogs. They are a gentle, obedient, healthy and sturdy dog. They love to please their master and to be with family.

The Rajapalayam is a healthy, strong and tall hound dog breed; they are slightly smaller than a Great Dane. They are typically used for hunting wild boar and hare. They have a powerful jaw, and an athletic, muscular, heavy build.

Initially, they were the companion dog of the royal family of the Southern Indian town, Rajapalayam—that's where they get their name. They are affectionate and devoted to their owners, although not always demonstrative. They are reserved dogs and do not usually like to be touched or handled by strangers. Rajapalayams do not get along well with other pets (like cats) owing to their strong hunting instincts.

This dog was created by the king of Rampur, the city in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Rampur lies between two well-known Indian cities, Delhi and Bareilly. The breed was created to hunt deer, fox, jackal and rabbit. Later, they were also used to herd abandoned war horses.

Rampur Hounds are courageous dogs. They have the excellent running stamina and speed and are capable of jumping over six-foot-high fences. Rampur Greyhounds are the fastest running dog of India and can reach up to 40 miles per hour in speed. In the wild, they are able to take down a golden jackal.

Rampur Hounds are reserved dogs and are known as a one-man dog. They do not welcome other pets and don’t like strangers to touch them.

The Indian Spitz is a small to medium-sized active and friendly dog. Though this breed is not friendly with other dogs and strangers, it is very loyal to family and makes for an excellent watchdog.

Indian Spitz are growing in demand in recent years because they are naturally healthy and do not require much grooming. They are well-suited for tropical climates and good for apartment living.