Some Greyt facts the hounds would like you to know

We are very clean animals.

Because of their sleek short haired coats, they do not have a "doggy" odor. Most    prefer to clean themselves like cats!

We do not eat very much.

Although they are a large breed, the grey really does not eat that much dog food per-day. They enjoy treats and toys just like any other dog!

We live to be 10-12 years old.

The grey has a relatively long life-span for a large breed dog. They also have very few health problems. This is due to the fact that the breed has been kept pure of defects through proper breeding.

We can live with cats and other small animals.

Because of their upbringing, greyhounds are very social. With proper introductions, they can learn to get along with just about any other pet.

We are gentle and quiet.

They are incredibly gentle, quiet, calm and good-natured. Most are 45 MPH couch potatoes, preferring to relax with you and your family. In fact, most small breeds are more hyper than these gentle creatures.

We are crate or kennel trained.

What this means is that they know to do their business outside. They learn quickly, but you will have to teach them what outside is as most have never been in a home before.

We hardly shed.

Because of their smooth, light coats the grey does not shed like most dogs. This is not to say that they don't shed. If you have a dog you're gonna have a hair in the home!

We are greyt with kids.

It is however, important for any child to learn that the tail belongs to the dog! Greyhounds are patient and non confrontational so rather than be hurt they prefer to walk away from a harassing child.

We are not good watchdogs!

Yes they are a sighthound, but they are such docile creatures, they would only watch a thief and greet him as they would any other person! Although the size of a greyhound can be a deterrent!

We are the smallest large dog you will ever own!

The typical grey can weigh between 40 and 80 pounds and be between 24 and 30 inches tall. Males are generally larger than females. Amazingly, the grey can fold up like a furry card table and fit in just about any space! Or, given the space, they can sprawl out all over a Queen sized bed!

We do not require a lot of exercise.

Even though they are a working breed and have raced on the track, they are quick to adjust to the retired life. Taking walks is usually enough to exercise your grey. Some greys like to attend a weekly playgroup where they can romp with friends. You can also teach your grey to be your jogging partner, but you will have to build up his activity level as he is used to being a sprinter.You do need to keep your grey on a leash at all times however, unless in a fenced in area.

We are indoor dogs.

Because they have such short coats and little or no body fat it is not possible for a Greyhound to live outside. They would surely freeze in the Winter and die of heat exhaustion in the Summer.

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Last modified: 07/28/10