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Spanish Greyhound (Galgo Espanol)
Large Breed
The Spanish Greyhound is a fine breed of a good size, compactly built and well-muscled. An energetic and lively hunter, the Spanish Greyhound is a specialist hunter of hare but also hunts fox and wild boar.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Spain
Weight
Approximately 20-30 kg/44-66 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males approximately 60-72 cm/23 1/2 -28 1/4 inches;
Females approximately 58-70 cm/22 3/4 - 27 1/2 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short coat
Markings
All colours are admitted, the most typical being: fawn, black, flecked with black, burned chestnut, cinnamon, yellow, red, and white. With white marking and pied
Lifespan
Average, 12 years.
The Spanish Greyhound is a very successful competitor in sporting events such as coursing and racing. He is the most affectionate and demonstrative of all the sight hounds and is gentle and much attached to his owner.
Temperament
The Spanish Greyhound has a serious temperament and is often reserved. However, he is an energetic and lively hunter, tough, active and hardy. The Spanish Greyhound is very attached to his owner and is gentle, demonstrative and most affectionate. Gentle training is required along with early sufficient socialisation.
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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
The Spanish Greyhound is a magnificent, powerfully built sight hound; lean, agile and noble in his appearance, demonstrating balance and harmony on the move and statically. The Spanish Greyhound was originally bred as a hunting dog specialising in hare; it was also used to hunt fox and wild boar.
- Makes a wonderful companion
- An excellent sighthound hunting dog
- No trimming or stripping required
- Regular grooming needed
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Requires sufficient daily exercise including frequent runs
- Not suitable for apartment living
- Requires daily physical activity and mental stimulation