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Greyhound
Breed Stats
Weight/Height:
60-70 pounds / 27-30 inches
Coat Type:
Short, smooth
Grooming Needs:
Shedding:
Temperament:
Gentle, sociable, affectionate, goofy
Good With Kids:
Good With Other Animals:
Intelligence:
Easy To Train:
Energy Level:
Barking Habits:
Lifespan:
10-13 years
Adopting a Greyhound: An Overview
Often crowned as the world’s fastest dog breed with a top speed of up to 45 miles per hour, greyhounds are well known for their speed. However, these dogs have other characteristics worth mentioning beyond how quickly they can run. For anyone that wants to get a greyhound, researching this breed’s characteristics is essential to ensure you end up with a dog that meets your expectations and matches your preferences. Below, we will talk all about greyhounds and answer your questions pertaining to adopting one of these dogs.
Greyhound Adoption Process – What to Expect
First and foremost, greyhounds can be tricky to find. locating one up for adoption can take some work. Your first action to find greyhounds for adoption should be checking online listings like Dog Academy. When browsing adoptable dogs, filter by state to find dogs in your area. You can also contact local shelters or greyhound rescues in your area.
Once you find a dog you’re interested in adopting, read their description carefully to learn more about what you should expect. If you’d like to move forward with adoption, meet the dog in person to get to know their personality. Given though greyhounds are easygoing dogs, they will undoubtedly be happy to get to know you.
Meeting the greyhound you’re interested in adopting also presents an opportunity to learn more about their personality, which can help you determine if they are a good match. For instance, some dogs might be super sweet towards people but have intense dog aggression. A greyhound like this won’t be an ideal dog to adopt for someone with multiple dogs. This is just one example of why it’s a good idea to meet the dog(s) you want to adopt in person to get an idea of which ones would be a good fit for you.
If the greyhound seems like a good match, submit your adoption application. This typically involves filling out a form and scheduling a house visit. The application form will likely ask about your experience, work, living arrangements, and family. All these will help the staff or the foster parent determine if you’d be a good fit considering the greyhound’s personality and individual needs.
After this step, you can pay the adoption fee and bring your newly adopted greyhound home if accepted. The adoption fees for greyhounds vary depending on the state, the dog’s age, and individual needs, but typically range between $150 and $500. Note that senior dogs and greyhounds with intense care needs may not have adoption fees to encourage adoption.
The above summarizes the adoption process for a greyhound. However, keep in mind that the exact process may vary depending on how the organization or individual rehoming the greyhound accepts applications. Also, be prepared to wait as adoption applications can take weeks to process.
How to Care for an Adopted Greyhound?
Caring for a dog requires commitment. Dogs up for adoption can come from harsh backgrounds or carry the trauma of being displaced. Therefore, adopted dogs can require extra care, regardless of breed.
Greyhounds aren’t particularly high-maintenance dogs, but they have sensitive personalities that call for an attentive owner. A greyhound, particularly an adopted greyhound once you gain their trust, will pay you back with companionship and loyalty like no other. Here’s more on how to look after an adopted greyhound to set realistic expectations on what it is like to have one of these dogs under your care.
Grooming
Greyhounds are pretty low-maintenance when it comes to grooming. They have short, glossy coats that shed moderately year-round. To maintain their coat, brushing once a week or so using a rubber grooming mitt is enough to remove dead hair from their undercoats. The greyhound’s lean body and coat type don’t offer much protection against cold weather, so this breed