All About Greyhounds

Fast facts

There's so much to know and love about greyhounds, but here are the basic facts to get you started.

Greyhounds are the fastest dogs on the planet, clocking in with a top speed around 45mph.
They typically live 12 - 15 years, and make great pets.
They are generally very healthy dogs, with few breed-specific concerns
They come in a wide variety of colors from tiger-striped brindle to tuxedo black
Females are generally smaller and more active, while males tend to be bigger and less active
Adult greyhounds tend to sleep 16-18 hours a day, making them the world's fastest couch potatoes
Greyhound typically love the company of people and other greyhounds
They have a single, sleek coat making them easy to groom and unlikely to smell

Greyhound history

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Ancient Egypt

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statue of an Egyptian hound resembling a greyhound

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Middle Ages in Europe

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Modern Day

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Greyhounds as pets

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Typical greyhound behaviors

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Quiet, low-energy, and often aloof
Easy to keep clean, low-shed
Only require 1-2 walks a day, with time for fun, play, and puzzles
Can be trained
Love a solid routine and companionship

Interested in adopting a fast friend?

Read our policies and adoption protocol, check out our available hounds, and fill out an adoption inquiry form. Our experts will work to match you with a greyhound who will match you and your family's lifestyle.

Not your average pooch

Caring for a Greyhound

Learn more about caring for a greyhound in your home.

Greyhound racing

greyhounds in cages at a racing track kennel — Stacked kennels containing greyhounds at a racing track

Racing in the USA

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Racing around the world

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Injuries and abuse

a greyhound with a cast on its front right leg — Many greyhounds are injured while training or racing.

Other sighthounds

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What is a sighthound?

illustration showing many different breeds of sighthounds — Some sighthounds look very similar to greyhounds, and others are quite different.

Greyhound cousins

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All About Greyhounds

Fast facts

Greyhound history

Ancient Egypt

Middle Ages in Europe

Modern Day

Greyhounds as pets

Typical greyhound behaviors

Interested in adopting a fast friend?

Adoption

Not your average pooch

Caring for a Greyhound

General Health & Lifespan

Exercise Requirements

Grooming

Behavior with Other Pets

Training & Obedience

Greyhound Quirks and Unique Traits

Community