An adult Patti dog—Photo courtesy of the Anangu-Komba-Conservation Center, Tamil Nadu India
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The Patti dog, also known as the "Tamil Shepherd Dog" which is one of the native breeds of the Tamil Civilization as per W. V. Soman (1963) and Desmond Morris (2002) and they both have compared to be an equivalent mix of German Shepherd Dog and Doberman Pinscher. Patti Dogs are mainly used for the purpose of herding/shepherding as the farming and agriculture were the main occupation during ancient times. Patti dogs are medium size “Sight as well as Scent” Hound Dog. This breed is tall with good boned and deep brisket with "pricked or semi-pricked" ears. Medium sized head and skull with good projecting snout and highly robust. Patti are not only for herding cattle and shepherding and also a good at guarding against foxes and other wild animals to safe the herd and cattle. Patti dogs has very short coat and naturally has various colours and markings (shades and patterns). The basic colours are black, fawn, brindle, reddish brown (tan), Saambal (grey/ash), white with various admirable markings.
The Patti is well known for their loyalty, intelligence and soft tempered to the respective owners. Good at differentiating positive and negative vibes.
Height : Male – 25 to 27 Inches (63 cm to 68 cm). Female – 24 to 26 Inches (60 cm to 65 cm)
Weight: Male – 70 - 75 pounds (30 - 35 Kgs). Female – 60 - 65 pounds (27 - 30 Kgs)
The Patti Dog is highly adoptable to tropical and wide climatic conditions with good and stable immunity. As per natives vaccinations and medications are not a practice for this breed.
Highly adaptable and do well in farmlands, good fenced large homes and houses. Not an apartment dog. Adorable and friendly with children.
Requires walking and running daily. Good Swimmer.
Average 15 years. With proper care may lead to 20 years.
About 6 to 10 healthy puppies
Patti Dogs are a highly self sustainable breed. Grooming and bathing is advised once in a week as the hair-shed is very minimal. Naturally has ability to maintain the healthy skin.
Ramanathapuram District of Tamil Nadu State, India.
Hound, Herding/Shepherding and Guarding.
An adult Patti dog.
An adult Patti dog.
