Alopekis

Alopekis (Αλωπεκίς)
White Alopekis
OriginGreece
Breed statusNot recognised as a breed by any major kennel club.
Traits
Height 20–30 centimetres (7.9–11.8 in)
Weight 3.5–7.5 kilograms (7.7–16.5 lb)
Dog (domestic dog)

The Alopekis (Greek: Αλωπεκίς) is a small, ancient, primitive landrace of dog from Greece and adjacent regions of the Balkan peninsula. Alopekis have prick ears, a curved tail, and a double coat. Alopekis were bred as a multipurpose farm dog, functioning as a hunting dog, watchdog and shepherd. The dog is found throughout Greece but is most commonly seen in northern Greek regions with a lot of farmland and villages, such as Serres, Drama, Xanthi, etc. Critically endangered, the exact number of specimens that remain today is unknown.

This breed is not recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.