Greyhound
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Colour: Any
Lifespan: 11 to 12 years
Greyhounds are calm, gentle, affectionate and even-tempered.
Owner's Guide
The fastest animal on earth apart from the cheetah, greyhounds run in short bursts of breakneck speed. At home, these gentle, affectionate pets are happy to lie around all day, but prefer the sofa to the floor, where they can be more comfortable.
Originally bred for coursing hares.
Special characteristics
The Greyhound loves to chase, and is fast enough to catch most animals.
Exercise requirements
Medium. Needs off-lead running.
Attitude to
Owners: independent, affectionate
Children: good, tolerant
Other pets: may be problematic with small pets, may chase and injure cats unless raised with them
Strangers: friendly
Unfamiliar dogs: friendly, may chase small dogs
Perfect owner
Gentle, easy-going owner who enjoys frequent short energetic walks and who lives near to safe, open areas where these elegant dogs can run free.
Potential problems
May be difficult to control on walks. Most greyhounds will chase if given the chance and may kill small animals if they catch them.
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