Greyhound
The Greyhound is an ancient English sighthound and the fastest dog in the world, reaching 60–70 km/h over a distance. At home it is quiet, gentle and calm, but outdoors it reacts strongly to moving prey and must be kept on a leash.
Weight
27–40 kg
Height at withers
68–76 cm
Life expectancy
10–14 years
Size
large
Activity
moderate
Shedding
low
Barking tendency
low
Apartment friendly
Suits an apartment well: quiet, clean and sleeps a lot; needs one or two walks and a safe place to sprint.
Care
Brush weekly with a rubber mitt. Needs short sprints in a safe enclosed area and long rests at home; a coat in the cold; feed small portions.
Health
Bloat (gastric torsion), osteosarcoma, sensitivity to anaesthesia, heart murmurs, corneal dystrophy
Coat
Short, smooth, close-lying coat
Travel
Travels calmly after enough exercise; stop every 2–3 hours and never leave in a hot car
Carrier size
An XL carrier or cargo-hold travel; exact dimensions depend on the individual dog
Harness size
Choose a harness by chest girth, usually 65–85 cm; try it on before buying
Leash
A strong 1.5–2 m leash and a Y- or H-style harness; retractable leashes are not recommended
Airline cabin travel
usually not
Hani Walk — walk tracking, a digital pet passport and vaccination reminders, always at hand in the app.