Dog Becomes An Internet Celebrity Thanks To His 12.2 Inch Snout
It's a truth that dogs delight us, no matter how peculiar they may be. It's not unusual for people to have some strange, quirky physical features—goofy eyes, long noses, crooked lips—but very often, it's what gives them character and even charisma.
It's the same with animals, especially dogs like this. A Borzoi Wolfhound named Eris might even be the best example.
It is impossible not to notice the dog's extremely long snout. Measuring 12.2 inches, her owners believe their dog may hold a world record for snout length.
They are even inviting experts to measure their dog's snout! Frankly, it doesn't matter if she holds a world record for snout length or not—this Borzoi Wolfhound is undoubtedly a contender for the world's most charming dog.
Lilly and Savannah, a couple from Richmond, adopted her when she was just a puppy back in July 2018. She recently celebrated her second birthday, and her 179K followers on Instagram shared the joy with her owners. They created the account more as a scrapbook and had no idea it would become so popular.
“We were always hoping to share some of the happiness and smiles Eris brings into our house, and in these last few months, it’s felt more impactful than ever. We’re so glad to be able to add a little moment of light to all of the goodness shining through the world,” they said.
The exotic Borzoi dog breed originates from 17th-century Russia. It was a dog for the aristocracy because, besides their interesting appearance, they possess good hunting skills. The aristocracy simply adored organizing large hunting parties. Soon, the dog whose breed name—Borzoi—literally translates as 'fast,' became indispensable.
They are also known as Russian wolfhounds or “walking clouds.” The breed is athletic and independent, reaching heights of 26-30 inches and weighing up to 100 lbs. They are fast, but also quiet and rarely bark. Despite their size and energetic character, they can easily adapt to suburban life.
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