Related breedEnglish Setter1500 to 1850 · United KingdomKanni at a glance
- Origin
- Tamil Nadu, India
- Appeared
- 1500 to 1900 (uncertain)
- Family
- Mediterranean
- Type
- Sighthound
- Size
- Large
- Life span
- 12 to 14 years
- Recognised by
- NATIONAL
- Status
- Living
The name. Tamil kanni, "pure" or "maiden".
Same familyPapillon1500 to 1935 · France, BelgiumFamily and relatives
Sister breeds
Same family: Mediterranean
Afghan Hound, Azawakh, Cirneco dell'Etna, Estrela Mountain Dog, Ibizan Hound, Kangal Shepherd Dog
Same time, same continent
Chinese Crested Dog, Chippiparai, Kombai, Mudhol Hound, Rajapalayam, Banjara Hound
Place in time
The Kanni appears 1500 to 1900 (uncertain), in the Age of Exploration, when 87 breeds first appeared.
A full article on the Kanni is coming. Meanwhile, the Border Collie shows what every breed page will hold: see the Border Collie.
