The greyhound is a combination of athleticism, speed and energy. Capable of reaching a staggering 60 kms per hour, it’s almost impossible to beat this dog at a game of tag.
Overall, greyhounds are sensitive, eager to please, a bit timid and they love to cuddle on the couch.
The greyhound is a combination of athleticism, speed and energy. Capable of reaching a staggering 60 kms per hour, it’s almost impossible to beat this dog at a game of tag.
Overall, greyhounds are sensitive, eager to please, a bit timid and they love to cuddle on the couch.
We have 2 Male Black greyhounds looking for new homes. Both dogs are ex-racing greyhounds and are looking for someone to share their next phase of their lives with (either separately or together). Both dogs are 4 1/2 years old, desexed, microchipped and are fully vaccinated and come with their papers. Dogs will also come with the lead, collar, bedding and some food.
These dogs are free to a good home and have a lovely temperament and gentle nature.
If you are interested in either of these dogs, give me a call and we can arrange a suitable time to come and meet them.
MILEY (Racing name Smiling Walnut) IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***
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ABOUT MILEY
Miley is sweet little girl who is very friendly towards everyone she meets. She loves the company of other dogs and is quite respectful and submissive to older greys both female and male. She is well behaved with children of all ages and would fit into almost any family who will treat her with love and kindness. Unfortunately she's not cat friendly, so we're looking for a home for Miley with no cats. Miley travels well and walks beautifully on lead. Miley will come to her new home with a new coat and martingale collar.
Age: DOB 02.08.2020
JASON (Racing name Prince Ebby) IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***
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ABOUT JASON
When it comes to describing Jason, we can't think of a better phrase than "the perfect pet Greyhound". Jason has the most gentle nature, gets on really well with all dogs, small to large and is even cat friendly. He's only a young lad, so a little bit over enthusiastic about being alive but very easily calmed. Most Greyhounds look stunning when they're alert but this boy has the wow factor. In fact he reminds us of a Friesian stallion when something attracts his attention and he stands stretching his lovely long neck as high as he can so as not to miss anything. He's just so beautiful both in nature and to look at. We feel he would be OK with children although, because of his size, maybe he would overwhelm littlies. But, he definitely would benefit from being with a family with savvy kids and other pets as he adores having company and someone to be following right behind. Velcro dog when you're with him, but not anxious if you're not. He's going to make some lucky family a wonderful companion dog. Jason will come to his new home with a new coat and martingale collar.
Age: DOB 26.02.2021
Breed: Greyhound
Kid friendly: Yes
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: Yes
Bird friendly: Not tested
House trained: Yes
Estimated size as an adult: Large
Location: Cairns
Microchip #956000012226342
Jason has been desexed, microchipped, flea, tick and worm treated, vaccinated and heartworm tested negative.
MILEY (Racing name Smiling Walnut) IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
***PLEASE NOTE - In keeping with our aim to protect our wildlife AND our cats and dogs, we only offer our kitties to INDOOR ONLY homes and our dogs to properties with DOG PROOF FENCING***
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ABOUT MILEY
Miley is sweet little girl who is very friendly towards everyone she meets. She loves the company of other dogs and is quite respectful and submissive to older greys both female and male. She is well behaved with children of all ages and would fit into almost any family who will treat her with love and kindness. Unfortunately she's not cat friendly, so we're looking for a home for Miley with no cats. Miley travels well and walks beautifully on lead. Miley will come to her new home with a new coat and martingale collar.
Age: DOB 02.08.2020
Meet Maggie, our petite 2 year old greyhound. Maggie is a beautiful girl who loves her foster brother Duke. Maggie loves her toy’s and has been learning to play with Duke instead of stealing them and running away, as she did in the early days.
When Maggie first arrived she was very protective over her toys but being with Duke, she has learnt to share and now often swaps toys and even beds.
Maggie doesn’t resource guard her food bowl at all and she is not a fussy eater.
High value treats such as long lasting bully sticks, bones or pigs ears etc she may, so an allocated area where she can be left in peace to enjoy, would be perfect (crate) she has only ever done this once, while in our care and it was over a very high value treat (a long lasting chew) This is something you would need to understand, incase she regresses and does it again (We can discuss a management plan, if she does, it’s pretty easy to manage)
Maggie would be happier in a garden, she loves to zoomie and play with her toys in the sunshine. She is fun to watch and such a happy girl!
Maggie is social, great with most dogs. She gets on extremely well with our Duke, so matching this dynamic would be lovely. They are a laugh a minute together!
Maggie enjoys running and has been to several greyhound meetups, where she has been so well behaved.
Maggie’s Ideal home would be a greyhound loving home and an owner who meets up with other houndie friends.
Maggie has never had an accident in the home and is beautifully toilet trained. She will go out by herself or if the door is closed she will let you know.
Maggie and Duke keep each other company and once their carer leaves the house, they can be seen playing on the camera and then both snoozing on their beds, so no seperation anxiety at all.
Maggie sleeps right through the night, no noise during the night and is a happy girl in the morning.
Maggie walks well on the leash.
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My Needs
➕ Medium to big garden.
➕ Ok as only dog but would be great if her owners socialised her with other houndies. Good with another dog, the dynamic needs to be right though.
➕ Active owners, bush walkers, nature lovers and beaches.
➕ No small children
➕ No pocket Pets
If you would like to meet Maggie please apply here. Please read her profile properly so that we match make to the best fit and home.
https://www.hounds-in-homes.com/adopt
Patricia Murphy
Breed Characteristics
Grooming
Exercise
Size Range
The Ultimate Greyhound Guide
About Greyhound
The greyhound is a combination of athleticism, speed and energy. Capable of reaching a staggering 60 kms per hour, it’s almost impossible to beat this dog at a game of tag.
Overall, greyhounds are sensitive, eager to please, a bit timid and they love to cuddle on the couch.
Lifespan
10 to 13 years
Weight
Male: 27 - 40 kg Female: 26 - 34 kg
Height
76cm
Grooming
Greyhounds shed lightly so their coats need minimal grooming.
Origins
The Greyhound is a breed classified as part of the sighthound family of dogs. Other breeds belonging to this category include the Whippet, Borzoi and Irish Wolfhound.
Unlike other dogs that hunt by scent, sighthounds hunt by sight. In fact, greyhounds can identify a small prey up to 1000 meters away.
Greyhounds have a long history, which can be traced back to the Ancient Egyptian times. The first evidence of this breed was discovered in Egyptian tombs dating to 2900 B.C., well over 4,000 years ago.
In the following centuries, both the Greeks and Romans viewed the greyhound as a prized possession. This was primarily because of it’s hunting prowess and speed.
These dogs also became popular among the English nobility. So popular that in 1016, England prohibited commoners from hunting with Greyhounds. This meant that greyhounds were strictly reserved for royalty.
The Greyhound’s popularity continued to increase in England parallel to the growing popularity of coursing. Coursing is a canine sport that involved chasing prey. Greyhounds were the most preferred breeds for this sport because of their speed.
Up until recently, greyhounds were mainly bred for racing and lure coursing. Most retired racing greyhounds are then adopted as family pets.
Yes, these dogs are generally very friendly, calm and loving.
They do best in tranquil environments.
Common Health Issues & Considerations
Greyhounds may suffer from:
Anaesthesia sensitivity
They’re allergic to anaesthesia and several other drugs.
Hypothyroidis
Caused by low levels of the hormone produced in the thyroid glands.
Bloat
It’s caused by a sudden influx of gas in their tummies.
Nature / Temperament
Often compared to cats because of their quiet and laid-back nature. Despite their athletic capability, these dogs prefer to sleep most of the time.
Suitable Environment
Adapt well to living in townhouses and homes that have yards.
However, they do need a solid fence to keep them from chasing animals which they might regard as prey.
Other Considerations
Greyhounds have a strong instinct to chase smaller animals. But with enough training and socialisation, they can get on well with other pets.
They have very thin coats so it’s a good idea to buy the warm coats during the cold season. They are best kept inside for sleeping.
Although they’re popular because of their agility and speed, greyhounds are pretty gentle. They are also some of the best nappers, sleeping for up to 20 hours a day.
Their coat can vary in many colours including grey, white, fawn, black and red.
How can I take good care of my Greyhound?
Nutrition
Your greyhound puppies will need to feed on high-quality kibble. But, you need not leave food in their bowls all day long. Greyhounds generally have strong appetites and they’ll eat anything they come across.
Grooming
Greyhounds have short and fairly smooth coats. They do not shed much so a weekly brushing of their coats is all that is required. When taking them for a bath, use a dry dog shampoo to keep their coats smelling great. You can learn more about bathing your dog here.
Recommended Grooming Tips
Clean their ears to remove debris. When cleaning, do not insert anything into their ear canals, clean their outer ears.
Brushing their teeth regularly is vital to prevent tartar build-up.
Trim their nails one or two times every month.
Also, check their ears for redness and bad odour. This should be done on a weekly basis to ensure they’re not infected.
Exercise
Contrary to what many think, greyhounds don’t require hours of exercise. Short walks of 15 – 20 minutes is enough to keep them healthy. Even though these dogs are famous for their amazing speed, they actually prefer napping to running laps. It is this love for lounging that has earned them the nickname “60 km per hour couch potatoes”.
Training
For the most part, greyhounds are shy and timid. As such, they should be dealt with gently during training. Given their docile nature, these dogs don’t respond very well to harshness.
Owners should, therefore, use a kind of voice and positive reinforcement when training their greyhounds.
As for house-training, different greyhounds take different lengths of time to learn. Some pick it almost instantly while others spend months just learning the basics.
Yes, they are. They are better than most breeds when it comes to getting along with kids. This can be attributed to their characteristic gentleness. However alike with all dogs never leave kids and greyhounds together unsupervised.