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Working dog
Boxer
A playful, strong dog that matures slowly. Exercise, patient training and room for its energy all need planning.
Sighthound
Greyhound
A gentle sprinter who benefits from secure running areas, short bursts of speed and quiet recovery.
Size: LargeActivity: ModerateGrooming: Low
At a glance
- Size
- Large
- Height at shoulder
- 69–76 cm
- Weight
- 25–35 kg
- Lifespan
- over 10 years
- Activity
- Moderate
- Grooming
- Low
- Training
- Patience & clear guidance
- Owner experience
- Experience recommended
Fast outdoors, often restful at home
Greyhounds are sensitive sighthounds. Many enjoy a short, fast run followed by rest, though chase instincts can override recall.
Everyday life
Around an hour of activity with secure opportunities to run and calm walks is a useful guide. Practise recall on lead and manage small-animal encounters.
When you need to go out
Being alone needs gradual practice. The RSPCA advises no more than four hours at a time; puppies and some adults need much shorter intervals. Arrange company during longer absences.
Day-to-day care
Brush the short coat weekly. Also keep up with dental care and provide warmth in cold weather.
Size and build
Measurements describe adult dogs and are a guide. Lines and individuals can vary; ask about the parents’ health, temperament and daily life.
Health
PDSA lists concerns including gastric dilatation-volvulus, dental disease, progressive retinal atrophy and exercise-related overheating. Discuss safe conditioning with a vet.
Could this breed fit your life?
Could work well if …
- You appreciate a calm dog and can arrange secure places to run.
- You can manage chase instincts and small-animal introductions carefully.
May be more difficult if …
- You need a dog that can reliably run off lead anywhere.
- Small pets would not have separate, safe spaces at home.
Breed traits describe tendencies. Breeding line, socialisation, care and experience shape the individual. Children and animals always need responsible supervision.
Similar needs, different dogs.
Selected by shared size, activity, grooming and training characteristics.
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Sources and photograph credit
Portrait · Supreme Chungus · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Image cropped
