Top Tips for Training Your Retired Greyhound
After adopting retired racing greyhounds, I can honestly say they make great family pets. However, they do enter domestic living with little-to-no experience of being within a family home environment.
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Battle of the Breeds: Greyhound vs Whippet
Excluding the very obvious size difference, are Greyhounds and Whippets basically the same dog? Is the whippet simply a ‘mini-me’ version of the greyhound or can appearances be deceiving? Greyhounds are well-known for their incredible speed across land (only beaten … Read More
What Are Retired Racing Greyhounds Like As Pets?
Greyhounds make great pets. They are easy-going, placid dogs that thrive off of human affection and their docile nature and friendly temperament make ideal family pets, no matter the family set up. Your average greyhound tends to move around calmly … Read More
Are Retired Greyhounds Safe Around Children?
Greyhounds and Children Greyhound adoption organisations were established in the 1970’s out of concern for greyhounds once their racing careers were over. Supported by the greyhound industry, the Retired Greyhound Trust (commonly known as RGT) was founded in 1975 by … Read More
Greyhound Corns
Has your greyhound started walking with a limp but you cannot see anything obviously wrong? You don’t remember your greyhound twisting something when out playing or yelping out after bashing a leg? Does your greyhound tend to walk more comfortably … Read More
Do Greyhounds Need A Lot Of Exercise?
The 45mph Couch Potato Contrary to what many people may think, greyhounds do not need excessive amounts of exercise. Although they can reach speeds of up to 45mph, making them the Ferraris of the dog world, they are built for … Read More
Do Retired Greyhounds Need To Be Muzzled?
To Muzzle Or Not To Muzzle? Although not required by UK law, some greyhound owners choose to muzzle their dog(s) while out walking and playing off the lead. This choice should be based on careful consideration with an awareness of … Read More
5 Reasons Why Retired Racing Greyhounds Make the Best Apartment Dogs
Living in an apartment need not be a barrier to enjoying the companionship and joy that only man’s best friend can bring. Owning a dog in a high-rise location does bring some unique challenges but here are five reasons why … Read More
Do Greyhounds Have a High Metabolism?
What is Metabolism? Metabolism is the name given to the process in which the body, both in humans and canines, converts our intake of foods and fluids into energy. This energy then allows the body to perform all the necessary … Read More
What To Know Before Buying Your Greyhound Collar and Lead
Why Is a Standard Dog Collar And Lead Not Suitable? Our gorgeous Greys, and indeed many sighthounds require a specially designed greyhound collar and lead to protect their necks and throats when out on walks. These breeds hunt prey using … Read More