Greyhound

Today they are used for dog racing, chasing mechanical rabbits for sport. Greyhound racing is most popular in Anglo-Saxon countries. Unfortunately, many are destroyed after their racing career ends, making Rescue Groups quite important.

This is a brave, sweet and loyal dog. They are generally reserved with strangers, and need to be socialized early to avoid excessive timidity. This intelligent breed is even-tempered and gets along well with children and other dogs. However, they are not the best choice for young children, or those that play rough; they can not tolerate any wild behavior.

Because of their innate preying ability, they are quick to chase small moving animals; and are fast enough to capture and kill most any animal they are after. Most can behave mannerly around household cats, but should be trained thoroughly before being left unattended. The Greyhound does not make a good watch dog.

This dog can be happy living in an apartment, but does require daily exercise, both running and walks, to maintain proper health. They are sensitive to cold weather and need a sweater when out in chilly weather.

The Greyhound is a sleek dog, with a broad chest and flexible spine. This graceful dog stands between 27 and 30 inches, and weighs between 60 and 70 pounds. They have a short, smooth coat that can be seen in any appropriate dog color. This dog is an average shedder and needs only minimal brushing for coat maintenance.

They are prone to bloat, and show some sensitivity to chemicals, including pesticides and pharmaceutical drugs. Most live between 10 and 12 years. Most litters have 8 pups.