How tall is a Borzoi?

An adult Borzoi stands about 28 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Borzoi considered a giant dog?

Yes — at 28" / 90 lb, the Borzoi falls into the giant-breed size class (shoulder height 28" and up). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #14 tallest.

How does a Borzoi compare to a person?

At 28" tall, a Borzoi stands about 44% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Borzoi Size Compared to a Person

A Borzoi stands 28″ at the shoulder and weighs about 90 lb — that puts it at 44% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #14 by shoulder height and falls into the giant-breed size class (Giant breeds, 28" and up).

Borzoi next to a person at scale — 28-inch shoulder height, 90 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Borzoi at 28″ / 90 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Borzoi compares

	Borzoi	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	28″	64″	-36″
Weight	90 lb	135 lb	-45 lb

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About the Borzoi

The Borzoi, also known as the Russian Wolfhound, is a breathtakingly elegant sighthound originally bred by Russian aristocracy to hunt wolves across the vast steppes. With their long, silky coats, graceful narrow heads, and tall, slender builds, Borzois are among the most regal and visually stunning dog breeds in the world. They move with a fluid, effortless grace that has captivated dog lovers for centuries.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Giant size class with shoulder height closest to the Borzoi.

Daniff — 28″ / 130 lb (same height)
Giant Maso Mastiff — 28″ / 180 lb (same height)
Newfoundland — 28″ / 140 lb (same height)
Saint Bernard — 28″ / 160 lb (same height)
Sloughi — 28″ / 53 lb (same height)
Anatolian Shepherd — 29″ / 130 lb (+1″ vs Borzoi)
Black Russian Terrier — 29″ / 105 lb (+1″ vs Borzoi)
Greyhound — 29″ / 68 lb (+1″ vs Borzoi)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Borzoi?: An adult Borzoi stands about 28 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Borzoi considered a giant dog?: Yes — at 28" / 90 lb, the Borzoi falls into the giant-breed size class (shoulder height 28" and up). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #14 tallest.
How does a Borzoi compare to a person?: At 28" tall, a Borzoi stands about 44% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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