The breed is known for stamina, sharpness and agility and has international recognition through the Kennel Club of India. This breed of dog is considered to be on the verge of extinction and government agencies are putting all out efforts to save the breed. A postage stamp with a face value of Rs. 5 was released by the Indian Postal Department in recognition of the Mudhol Hound. Shrimant Rajesaheb Malojirao Ghorpade of Mudhol (1884-1937) of the Mudhol State is credited with popularizing the Mudhol Hound. He noticed local tribal people using these hounds for hunting. Using selective breeding, he was able to create the Royal Mudhol Hound. On a visit to England in the early 1900s, the Maharaja (of Mudhol State) presented King George V a pair of Mudhol Hounds, which popularized the Mudhol Hound breed. References External links Cities and towns in Bagalkot district