[5] It is recorded in history that during the Poligarh wars of Karnataka and Tipu Sultan from 1799 to 1805, it was used as a royal encampment and played a very important role in the battle by biting and killing horses.

Mostly found in the centre of Tamil Nadu, the Rajapalayam was bred to be the complete hunter and estate guardian with features that allow it to excel.

[1] Rajapalayams tend to be more muscular and heavier boned than most sighthounds, but they share the deep chest and basic body structure that exudes speed and physical ability.

Its facial structure is considerably different from that of a Caravan Hound, with a slightly larger head and more powerful jaws.

[1] An extremely handsome and graceful dog, the Rajapalayam has a double suspension gait, similar to the trotting of a thoroughbred horse.

The staple colour is milk white, although faint brown markings are quite common, and the pink nose is standard.

The coat is single, short, and fine; these dogs don't do well in very cold climates, but excel in the heat of South India or tropics.

Localities have established a cooperative, and interested families receive female dogs and the expertise that is required for large-scale breeding.