π Greyhound
Temperament
Gentle, dignified, sensitive, quiet. Greyhounds are remarkably calm indoors and tolerant of other dogs. They have high prey drive β small fluffy pets are at risk.
Exercise
30β45 minutes of daily exercise β two short walks plus a sprint in a secure area is ideal. They're sprinters, not marathoners.
Grooming
Short coat, weekly brush. Bathing as needed.
Health
Bloat / GDV. Bone cancer (osteosarcoma). Sensitive to anaesthesia (always use a Greyhound-experienced vet). Thin skin (cuts easily). Dental disease.
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