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Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University

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    Home tract: Rajapalayam in Virudhunagar district

     

    Indian sight hound dog, Utilized for hunting wild boar and as a formidable guard dog

     

    Companion of the royalty and aristocracy in southern India

     

    Leery of strangers and very protective of its masters

     

    Large in size with muscular build

     

    Trademark features are broad muscular chest, tucked up waist, pristine solid white coat,a pink nose and golden- colored eyes.  

     

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