El greyhound or english greyhound, also known as whippet, is considered the fastest dog in the world. It can reach a speed of up to 65 km per hour, which is why it is widely used for hunting and controversial races. Originally from England, it is the fruit of the cross between several greyhounds. We tell you more about his story and his life in this article.
Origin of the Greyhound
The exact origin of this breed is unknown. Although it officially stands at Britain, it is thought that in 900 AD, their ancestors were transported from Arabia by merchants. We are talking about dogs like the Arabian greyhound or sloughi. At that time they were widely used as hunting dogs; in fact, the monarchy used it in the zada of the deer and the wild boar.
Character
It's a dog calm, sensitive and loving. However, she is also independent, so she needs us to respect her alone time. He does not usually present aggressiveness problems, although he can become suspicious of strangers; however, he is very affectionate towards his own. He is a friend of children and enjoys playing games, of course he also needs his quiet moments.
It has a strong hunting instinct, coupled with a impressive speed, extraordinary agility and optimal coordination. To keep his high energy balanced, he needs daily physical activity: walks, games, runs ... He loves free spaces and, if we don't offer him the necessary exercise, he can develop destructive behaviors or separation anxiety. Through positive reinforcement, he learns training orders easily.
Care and health
Their life expectancy is approximately 10 to 12 years. Generally, the greyhound enjoys good health, but it is more susceptible than others to diseases such as gastric torsion, retinal atrophy, hemophilia, spinal and pelvic pain. As for its care, it requires a good dose of physical activity, frequent brushing, veterinary check-ups and, of course, a lot of love.