Greyhound

Size: 45 - 95Lbs/ 24 - 32inches at the shoulder

Color:Any color or combination of colors & Brindle (Except Black & Tan)

Energy Level: Moderate

Life expectancy: 12-15 years

Children: Most are good with well-behaved or older children

Other animals: Good with other animals (Occasionally not cat or small animal safe)

Abilities: Lure coursing, showing, Companionship

Shedding/Grooming: Medium shedding, brush once per week, bathe as needed

Health: Periodontal Disease, Bloat & Torsion, Cancer, Irritable Bowel, Epilepsy, Skin can tear easier than other breeds, tick born illness

Best with: Completely fenced yard (at least 5 ft,) leashed if not in yard, mature owners & family with some Sighthound experience a plus.

Not for: These are not ideal obedience dogs. Greyhounds aren’t usually a good choice for people without a fenced yard.

Pros: Easy going, beautiful, quiet, Hypoallergenic for some people with allergies to other breeds, No dog odor. Trusting & clean.

Cons: Can sometimes be unsafe with livestock and small pets. Greyhounds can sometimes be aloof or timid. They are absolutely not suited for outdoor living and cannot be trusted off leash.

General info: Sighthounds are not for everyone; they are unique hounds, almost cat-like in demeanor. They love both active & lazy lifestyles, as long as they are in your company. They are far more sensitive and passive than other breeds of dog & do not respond to harsh training methods or treatment. They are not to be trusted off leash, unless in a secured yard. If you are not familiar with the breed, reading, research & interaction is strongly encouraged prior to bringing one into your home.