A.K.A.: Longdog, Sighthound Cross, Working Lurcher, Irish Lurcher, Scottish Lurcher, Welsh Lurcher, Poacher's Dog, Gypsy Dog, Traveling Dog, Game Dog, Coursing Lurcher, Whippet Lurcher, Greyhound Lurcher, Saluki Lurcher, Deerhound Lurcher, Collie Lurcher, Terrier Lurcher, Farm Lurcher, All-Round Lurcher, Sport Lurcher
wonderful family pets and, despite their size, often adapt well to apartment living if their exercise needs are met. Owners should be mindful of their strong prey drive, making secure fencing and on-leash walks crucial. Generally a robust breed, common health considerations can include typical sight hound issues like sensitivity to certain anesthetics and a predisposition to injuries from their active lifestyle.">The Lurcher is not a purebred but rather a type of dog, typically a cross between a sight hound (like a Greyhound or Saluki) and a terrier or pastoral breed. Originating in the British Isles, they were bred by poachers for their incredible …