The Jonangi, also known as Jonangi Jagilam or Kolleti Jagilam is an Indian dog breed, majorly

found in separated state of Andhra Pradesh and also in some parts of Karnataka and all along the
east coast from West Bengal to Tamil Nadu.[3] It was once abundantly found in and around
Kolleru Lake of West Godavari and Krishna Districts of Andhra Pradesh. This dog has a very
short and smooth hair. It is mainly used as hunting and also as herding dog by people who have
this breed.

The Jonangi is not recognized by major kennel clubs in India, but this breed is being locally
shown in beach festivals of Andhra Pradesh.

Temperament
This jonangi] a one-man or one-family dog. It is a very agile dog with long strides and capable of
covering very large distances.

Few dogs exhibit nervousness. But most of the jonangi's make excellent working partners in
guarding large farms and even houses.

They are known to co-exist with other farm animals such as poultry, goat sheep and cattle.

Jonangi's are known for digging decent sized ditches in ground and staying in it.

If socialized early from a pup stage, jonangi grow up be more confident and can make excellent
family companion and do very well with kids.

Jonangi in Ditch

Breeding
Females come to heat every six months depending on the health condition and usual litter size is
3–5 puppies.

Jonangi are excellent mothers and take good care of their pups. Fertility rate is in Pair Guarding

History
Locals believe that duck herders used migrate between Kolleru Lake and Pulicat Lake near
Nellore district of Andhra Pradhesh with their Jonangi dogs. Jonangi can also be found around
Nellore district. In other district of Karnataka this breed was also used as herding dog and
hunting dog.