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Greyhound
Greyhounds are a quality breed, strongly built, sleek, yet muscular and powerful. They are an ancient breed of many talents such as hunting, sighting, watchdog, racing, agility, live coursing and therapy dog.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Male 29.5-32kg / 65-70lbs; Female 27-29.5kg / 60-65lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Male 71-76cm/ 28-30in; Female 68-71cm/ 27-28in (standards may vary)
Coat
Short coat
Markings
Black, white, red, blue, fallow, brindle. White markings.
Lifespan
10-12 years
Sweet-natured they are sensitive and affectionate. Although the fastest dog on the tracks, the Greyhound is calm and quiet when indoors. The Greyhound has been keeping human-beings company for thousands of years.
Temperament
The Greyhound is highly intelligent and has learned to be calm and quiet indoors. Brave and loyal he makes a good watchdog. Sweet natured and sensitive, this dog is very affectionate to his owners and his even temperament makes him an excellent therapy dog.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Greyhounds are magnificent, muscular large breed dogs, of great quality, built for endurance and speed, and distinctive in their appearance.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and companion
- Highly intelligent
- Excels as a watchdog
- Very little grooming needed
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Prefers warmer climates
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Requires sufficient daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Prone to bloating and are sensitive to drugs