The Rampur Greyhound is a breed of dog native to the Rampur region of Northern India, which lies between Delhi and Bareilly. The Rampur hound is a large member of the sighthound family. In North West of India it is often described as a smooth-haired sighthound that is substantially built.
They are affectionate to their owners, almost to a fault. Even so, the Rampur Hound is still a commanding breed and makes an excellent guard-dog. Generally gentle and sensitive around its own family children, the Rampur nonetheless tends to be a one-person dog, and has been known to display protective instincts.
Gentle and sweet-natured, Rampur Greyhounds are known to form close attachments to their owners, often becoming protective of them. Sometimes too exuberant for their own good, they have a reputation for being over-enthusiastic and this is to be considered if they are to share a home with small children.