Rajapalayam

🐶 Basic Characteristics

Height: Male: 25 – 30 inches (64 – 76 cm).
Weight: 32 – 42 kg (70 – 90 lbs).

Coat: Short, dense, smooth coat (low maintenance).

Color: Milky white is the signature color.

Life Span: Average: 9 – 12 years.

Temperament

  • Loyal & Protective: Deeply attached to owners, excellent guard dogs.
  • Reserved with Strangers: Naturally wary; not very friendly with unknown people.
  • Brave & Courageous: Historically used in battles and for hunting wild boar.
  • Independent Thinkers: Intelligent but sometimes stubborn; needs consistent training.
  • One-Man Dog: Known to bond strongly with one person in the family.
  • Good with Family: Gentle with children if socialized from puppyhood.

Health

  • Deafness (congenital, more common in pure white dogs).
  • Skin Allergies (due to sensitive coat and pigmentation).
  • Hip Dysplasia/Joint Issues if not exercised properly.
  • Eye Issues (some may develop entropion).

Care Tips

  • Routine vet checks (ears, skin, joints).
  • Balanced protein-rich diet to support active lifestyle.
  • Regular exercise to prevent obesity and boredom.
  • Early socialization and obedience training are important.