Dog Breed

Greyhound

gentle • noble • quiet • independent

HerkunftEgypt / United Kingdom
Lebenserwartung10-13 years
Gewicht27-40 kg
Energielevelmoderate

Quick Stats

Größelarge
Gewicht27-40 kg
Lebenserwartung10-13 years
Energielevelmoderate
Fellpflegelow
Trainierbarkeitmoderate
HerkunftEgypt / United Kingdom
Temperament
gentlenoblequietindependent

Überblick

The Greyhound is the fastest dog breed, capable of reaching speeds of 72 km/h. Despite their racing heritage, Greyhounds are gentle, quiet couch potatoes at home — often described as "45 mph couch potatoes". They make surprisingly calm, affectionate companions.

Verträglichkeit

Kinder
Gut
Andere Hunde
Gut
Katzen
Mittel
Wohnungshaltung
Ausgezeichnet

Pflegeguide

Greyhounds need a comfortable bed and warm environment as they have thin coats and low body fat. They have a strong prey drive and must be kept on-lead near small animals. They are sensitive and need gentle handling.

Bewegungsbedarf

Moderate — daily walks and occasional short sprints in a secure area. They are sprinters, not endurance runners.

Fellpflege

Minimal grooming. Weekly brush of their short, fine coat. They are naturally clean, low-odour dogs.

Gesundheitsprobleme

osteosarcoma
bloat
dental disease
corns on paw pads

Wissenswertes

🐶Greyhounds can reach 72 km/h in just three strides, making them the fastest dog breed.
🐶They spend up to 18 hours a day sleeping — more than most breeds.
🐶Greyhounds are the only dog breed mentioned by name in the Bible (Proverbs 30:29-31, King James Version).

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Greyhounds good apartment dogs?
Surprisingly excellent. They are calm, quiet, and sleep most of the day, making them ideal for flat living.
Do Greyhounds need a lot of exercise?
Less than you might expect. Moderate daily walks with occasional sprints are sufficient. They are sprinters, not endurance athletes.
Are ex-racing Greyhounds good pets?
Wonderful pets. Most adapt quickly to home life and are gentle, grateful companions.
Can Greyhounds live with cats?
Some can with proper introduction and training, but their prey drive means caution is needed. Many rescue organisations test for cat compatibility.

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