Also known as: "English Greyhound"
Breed Overview
The Greyhound is a Large dog breed, with a starting weight of 60 lbs that can reach 70 lbs. It is officially part of the Hound group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Greyhound breed has a typical lifespan of 10 to 12 years, Short hair, and have Moderate shedding. Breeders interested in the Greyhound should know that the average litter size is between 6 to 9 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 10-12 years |
Height: 27-30" |
Shedding: Moderate |
Litter Size: 6-9 pups |
| Group: Hound |
Weight: 60-70 lbs |
Hair Length: Short |
Size: Large |
Greyhound Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Hound |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Large |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
Egypt |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
no |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
somewhat |
Active Indoors |
no |
| Apartment Friendly |
yes |
Exercise Demands |
yes |
| Pet Friendly |
no |
Yard Needs |
small |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
no |
Greyhound Temperament
gentle and even-tempered and should be socialized early to avoid timidity
Health Problems
can get sores from being made to lie on hard surfaces
Greyhound Coat
Greyhound Dog Colors
Any color
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR