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Greyhound
A.K.A. :English Greyhound
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| Overview: | The Greyhounds are the fastest breed and require lots of outdoor activity. They're a great family members, enjoying lots of attention and affection from all. |
| Breed Group: | Hound |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 65-70, female: 60-65 |
| Height (in): | 27-30 |
| Colors: | Immaterial (includes black, gray, red, fawn, either solid or brindled, either whole colored or spotted). |
| Coat: | Is smooth, close and short-haired. Firm in texture. |
| Character: | Greyhounds are very sociable. When indoors, these dogs are lazy and relaxed. Outside, they show their high energy and stamina for action. Very intelligent, the breed is very closely bonded to their family. |
| Temperament: | This breed chases things that move quickly, so they are not particularly suited for living in a home with cats. Although they are cautious around strangers, they are typically good with children and enjoy the company of other dogs. |
| Care: | The Greyhound requires only occasional grooming with a very soft brush. The eats should be checked regularly and the claws should be trimmed. |
| Training: | This breed is easy to train as long as the training is consistent and on task. |
| Activity: | The Greyhound needs to run and walk for long distances every day. |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to bloat, hip dysplasia, and ear infections. They may also have entropion, where the eyelids turn inward. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
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Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Woodinville, WA, USA. ADN-532408. Gold - Greyhound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Gold - Greyhound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound (short coat). Please contact Moira Corrigan (fastpaws1998gmail) for more information about this pet. Gold Tag No: 6318 Registered Name: Gold No 50 Breed:...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Woodinville, WA, USA. ADN-233958. Troy - Greyhound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Troy
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Troy - Greyhound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound (short coat). Please contact Moira Corrigan (fastpaws1998gmail) for more information about this pet. Troy Tag No: 6279 Registered Name: VJ Big Boy...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Cherry Hill, NJ, USA. ADN-166303. Black Heart - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
Black Heart
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Black Heart - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound. JT's Black Heart is a stunning, good sized boy who is quite statuesque. He is friendly, calm and walks nicely on leash. It was reported to us that he was...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Randleman, NC, USA. ADN-381879. Rifle - Greyhound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Rifle - Greyhound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound (short coat). Race Name: RCK Rifle Rifle is a special needs dog who will need an experienced greyhound owner who is able and willing to work with his...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Cherry Hill, NJ, USA. ADN-142120. Broadway Johnny - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
Broadway Johnny
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Broadway Johnny - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound. Broadway Johnny was recently relinquished due in part to separation anxiety. He is in our Prison Foster Program and doing very well. He needs to be with...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Cherry Hill, NJ, USA. ADN-76325. Free Hopper - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
Free Hopper
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Free Hopper - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound. Hopper is now almost 5 years old and remains in a foster home where she is very comfortable and settled. Hopper remains "Hopperish" - she has...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Cherry Hill, NJ, USA. ADN-76309. Rooney - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
Rooney
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Rooney - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound. Foster Update 1/20/2015 "Rooney was returned for a second time as the home she was in just wasn't a good fit. Rooney is a fun, active,...
Greyhound Dog for Adoption near Cherry Hill, NJ, USA. ADN-76317. Quadrophenia - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
Quadrophenia
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Quadrophenia - Greyhound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Greyhound. Medical Hold Quadrophenia (remembered from the rock group "The Who") is one handsome boy. He's very affectionate and super happy. He's...
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