Answer: No! The Rajapalayam is not a hypoallergenic breed. These canines are known to shed their fur all around the year and they also produce a decent amount of dander.
Answer: If trained properly then Rajapalayam Dogs can be fairly friendly with kids, but it is important to supervise them when they are around a small child as these canines are not known to tolerate all the antics and quirks of a small kid. Proper socialization and training are of utmost importance for the Rajapalayam Dogs to become a bit more sociable in nature.
Answer: Rajapalayam Dogs mostly remain a bit reserved with other canines, but if they are introduced to a lot of different pooches at an early age, then they can become a little more comfortable and gregarious with other dogs when they grow up.
Answer: Generally, the Rajapalayam Dogs are not known to get along that well with other household pets such as cats. These canines like to chase down other smaller animals and that is why they are not a great option for those people who want to raise a cat and a dog at the same time in their home.
Answer: Yes! Rajapalayam Dogs are known to make pretty amazing guarding canines. They are very protective of their loved ones and they can effectively defend them against any kind of harm or threat. They are extremely good watchdogs as well and they can efficiently look after their home and can alert their owners through their bark in case of an intruder, trespasser or burglar.
Answer: If all the exercise needs of the Rajapalayam Dogs are properly fulfilled on a regular basis, then they can gradually learn to adjust to the apartment lifestyle. But without regular exercise and work, these dogs may become highly bored and restless.
Answer: Rajapalayam Dogs are known to shed all around the year but mostly they only shed in minimal amounts. The frequency and amount of shedding increase during the shedding season which comes at least once or twice every year and during this period, regular brushing of their coat is highly necessary as it can help in controlling the shedding process to a certain extent.
Answer: No! Rajapalayam Dogs require the guidance of an experienced owner so as to become a bit more sociable and friendlier in nature. These canines need to be properly trained and socialized at an early age and only a knowledgeable owner would know how to properly handle these pooches. And because of that, they are not considered to be a good option for the novice or first-time owners.
Answer: No! Rajapalayam Dogs do not bark a lot. They mostly bark when they want their owners’ attention or when they are guarding their homes, but apart from that, they don’t vocalize all that much.
Answer: Rajapalayam Dogs require a good amount of exercise on a daily basis so as to remain healthy and happy. Long faced-paced walks in a park or in an open area (properly fenced) are good for these pooches. Morning jogging or running sessions are also highly beneficial for them. These pooches also like to play some games with their loved ones and hence regular play sessions should also be included in the exercise schedule of these canines.
Answer: Rajapalayam Dogs can live alone in the house for a few hours without any problems, but leaving them all alone for long periods of time is not a great idea. These pooches may become a bit bored, restless and even frustrated due to loneliness and if this is done on a regular basis, then it can lead to the development of various destructive traits in these canines like incessant barking, furniture chewing et cetera.
Answer: For an experienced and skilled owner, training these canines shouldn’t be that hard. These pooches are fairly responsive and alert during the training sessions and they are always excited to learn something new from their owners. They can learn all the things which are taught to them fairly quickly and their retention power is also pretty decent. But it is important to begin their obedience training from an early age so that when they grow up, they can become a bit more compliant and adaptable in nature.
Answer: The grooming requirements of the Rajapalayam Dogs are fairly manageable. Their coat is needed to be brushed at least once or twice every week so as to avoid any matting problems. Their bathing needs are fairly low and a bath once every month is more than enough for them. But their ear should be checked regularly for any signs of wax formation and if there is any cleaning required, it should be given to them as soon as possible. Finally, their nails should be trimmed at least once or twice every month and their teeth should also be brushed on a regular basis so as to maintain proper dental health.
Answer: Rajapalayam Dogs have a decent tolerance to heat. They can comfortably reside in warm and hot areas and they are a good option for those people who are looking to raise a canine in a high-temperature and summery region.
Answer: These canines have a subpar tolerance to cold. They are not very well suited to reside in chilly and cold areas and if someone wants to raise them in such areas, then these canines would be needing a lot of care and protection from their owners so as to live comfortably.
Answer: Yes! The Rajapalayam Dogs are fairly intelligent and smart canines. They have fine learning and thinking skills and their decision-making and problem-solving abilities are also quite decent.
Answer: The Rajapalayam Dogs are generally not very friendly and warm to strangers. These canines mostly remain very reserved and quiet around strangers and they are not known to trust a new person very easily. And that’s why proper training and socialization are very important for these canines.
Answer: No! The Rajapalayam Dogs are not excessive droolers. They mostly drool after eating/drinking something or sometimes when they are excited, but apart from this, they don’t drool all that much.
Answer: No! These pooches are not expensive or pricey, in fact, they are extremely affordable and are very easy on the pockets of most people. Their maintenance needs are somewhat on the higher side. These canines require a lot of training and guidance from their owners and that too from an early age, their exercise and work needs are quite high and they also shed a lot (during the shedding season). All in all, the Rajapalayam Dogs can be called somewhat high-maintenance.
Answer: No! The Rajapalayam Dogs have a below average availability in India. They are mostly found in the Southern states of this country only and it is pretty hard to find them in other parts of India.
Answer: The average price of a Rajapalayam puppy in India is around ₹5,000 to ₹10,000. But there are a lot of factors that affect their price in the country and because of that, the cost of bringing a Rajapalayam puppy home can go fairly high.
Answer: This mostly comes down to personal preference. Some Rajapalayam Dogs do like to swim and play in the water while others might not be that excited to take a dip in the pool or a lake.
Answer: The Rajapalayam Dogs can be found in the following colors that are listed below:
Answer: The Rajapalayam Dogs have a pretty average lifespan of about 09-11 years. But some of these pooches may live longer than 11 years of age if they are consistently given proper care, exercise, nutrition, and protection.
Answer: Most common health problems found in the Rajapalayam Dogs are Deafness, Blindness, Dermatitis, and Mange.