Dog Breed

Greyhound

gentle • noble • quiet • independent

OrigenEgypt / United Kingdom
Esperanza de vida10-13 years
Peso27-40 kg
Nivel de energíamoderate

Quick Stats

Tamañolarge
Peso27-40 kg
Esperanza de vida10-13 years
Nivel de energíamoderate
Aseolow
Adiestramientomoderate
OrigenEgypt / United Kingdom
Temperamento
gentlenoblequietindependent

Descripción general

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.

Compatibilidad

Niños
Bueno
Otros perros
Bueno
Gatos
Regular
Vida en apartamento
Excelente

Guía de cuidados

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.

Necesidades de ejercicio

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

Aseo

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

Problemas de salud

osteosarcoma
bloat
dental disease
corns on paw pads

Datos curiosos

🐶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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