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available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The Kanni, which
means maiden, is a rare indigenous South Indian dog breed found in the
state of Tamil Nadu. The breed is a further extension of the Caravan or
Mudhol Hound, and is also a descendant of the Saluki. However, the Kanni
does not possess the grand features of these breeds. It is used mainly
for hunting. In general appearance, the Kanni is similar to a
smooth-coated Saluki or a Doberman Pinscher with natural ears and tail.
The dog is usually black and tan in colour, perhaps with limited white
on the feet and chest. There also exists a cream-coloured variety of the
breed, which is known as "Paalakanni". The Kanni is agile, slim,
graceful, and moderately built, with a deep chest and slim body. The dog
generally stands about 25 inches at the withers, the bitch about 22
inches, though some specimens have been known to reach 32 inches.
