Dog breed information on greyhounds including videos and pictures

The ultimate running dog, the greyhound is built for speed. Its long arched back and legs empower it to extend and contract maximally while doing the double-suspension gallop. It has great muscle tissue and light legs, further enhancing speed. The feet are long and narrow, giving maximum influence. The long tail serves as a rudder and brake when running at high speed. The coat is short and smooth. Two sorts of greyhounds are available: AKC (show) and NGA (racing). Retired NGA greyhounds are sturdier, smaller and faster than show dogs and might be more prone to pursue small creatures.

About greyhounds

The Greyhound is devoted and brave. Intelligent, caring, capturing and laid back, its character is generally undervalued because of its reserved conduct toward strangers and also its master. Greyhounds are sensitive to the tone of one's voice and aren't going to listen if they sense they are stronger minded than their owner, however they will also not react well to harsh discipline. Owners have to be serene, yet possess an air of natural authority. Socialize nicely to avoid timidity. As a rule, they're even-tempered and tender --both racing lines and show lines. Most Greyhounds get a certain prey drive. It's instinctive for these dogs to chase something that goes fast. They are extremely rapidly plus some will kill cats as well as other domestic animals, while this is not the bulk (just about 20% of ex-racers are overly "exquisite" on chasing prey to ever be safe with little animals). About 10% are instantly okay because of low prey instinct, as well as the others can be trained to leave cats and other little pets in the house alone. They infrequently present problems with several other dogs and are normally good with kids, though they do not ordinarily enjoy roughhouse play, and would not be a great option for young children who are seeking a playmate. Inside, these dogs are calm and sociable to some point at the place where they could even be looked at lazy. They bond strongly with their own people, have tremendous stamina, and don't bark much. Show lines are usually of a different body style than racing lines, and are often more angulated. Greyhounds aren't particularly alert. Show lines are usually bred more for temperament and a bit heavier than racing lines, which are bred for speed. Nonetheless, racing lines additionally make terrific pets. There are numerous adoption groups all over North America, Europe and Australia to put these tender, loving dogs when they retire. The Greyhound needs an even tempered, tender but firm loving owner who understands how to consistently communicate the tenets of the house. A Greyhound that knows his location in his own pack and what's expected of him is a joyful Greyhound.

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How much exercise do greyhounds need?

Greyhounds that are kept as pets should have regular opportunities to run free on open ground in a safe area, in addition to daily long, brisk walks, where the dog is got to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead. In a dog's head the leader heads the way and that leader must be the individual. Greyhounds adore a regular routine.