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Sensitive, sweet and elegant. Brave and loyal, but can
be willful. The Greyhound is very intelligent, and bonds closely with its master. |
| Breed: |
Greyhound |
| Country of Origin: |
Egypt |
| AKC Group: |
Hound |
| Function: |
Racing |
| Life Span: |
10-14 years (some do not live longer than 3 or 4
because after they are not good for racing they are put down. If you are considering
getting one try to rescue dogs that might not have a chance). |
| Appearance: |
Sleek, lanky |
| Color: |
White, brindle, gray, tan |
| Coat Type: |
Short, shedding |
| Grooming: |
10 minutes per week |
| Height: |
26-28 inches |
| Weight: |
60-70 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
High |
| Watch Dog: |
No |
| Protection: |
No |
| Intelligence: |
Medium |
| Trainability: |
Low |
| Good With Children: |
Good |
| Good With Pets: |
O.K. |
| Good With Strangers: |
Aloof |
| Character: |
Sweet, sensitive, easily confused |
| Home Environment: |
Walk daily |
| Best Owner: |
Quiet, calm |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
Housebreaking problems |
| Physical: |
skin problems, hemophilia |
| Recommendations: |
Females are easier to train. Greyhounds
can not tolerate cold climates |
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