Hound

Kanni

Royal indigenous South Indian sighthound; agile, shy, and quick.

Kanni
Great In HeatLight On SheddingNot A Big Barker
Government of India

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Size
Medium
Life
12-14 years
Group
Hound
Origin
India

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Government of India
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Reviewed 2026-04-14

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