| Greyhounds make marvelous family pets; they're | | | | for a walk in the winter, it is wise to provide a |
| devoted, loyal and gentle souls that will do just about | | | | fleece-type coat or blanket to ensure that your |
| anything to please their owners. Unfortunately, there | | | | Greyhound's kept nice and warm. |
| are many retired racing dogs that need a good home, | | | | 4. Similarly, due to their svelte figure, Greyhounds are |
| so if you would like to adopt an adult, or give a new | | | | susceptible to sores and joint problems if they sleep |
| puppy a home, here is some advice on caring for | | | | and lay on hard surfaces. Consequently, it is advisable |
| these gorgeous dogs. | | | | to have soft bedding, beanbags or blankets for your |
| 1. Some prospective adoptive owners are concerned | | | | dog to lounge on. |
| about the length of time it will take a dog to bond with | | | | 5. If you are thinking of bringing a Greyhound into a |
| its new family. This is certainly not something to worry | | | | home with other pets, it is advisable to purchase a |
| about with a Greyhound, as they become attached to | | | | puppy, simply because they are much easier to |
| their human companions very quickly. In fact, for some, | | | | integrate into homes with cats, rabbits or other small |
| this attachment can be a little overwhelming, because | | | | animals. That is not to say that it is impossible for an |
| the dog may want to follow you everywhere. For this | | | | adult dog to fit into a home with other animals. |
| reason, it is not advisable to own a dog if the whole | | | | However, you may need to enroll in socialization |
| family is at work or school all day, because a | | | | classes to ensure that your dog can be left safely with |
| Greyhound will become anxious if left alone. | | | | a cat or other animals. |
| 2. Because they are bred and trained as racing dogs, | | | | 6. Due to their breeding as a hunting dog, Greyhounds |
| there is a commonly held belief that Greyhounds are | | | | are prone to run after small creatures that catch their |
| hyperactive dogs. However, this could not be further | | | | eyes. Therefore, it is advisable to keep your dog on a |
| from the truth. Paradoxically, Greyhounds are incredibly | | | | leash at all times and ensure that your yard is secure. |
| lazy and, therefore, do not need a large yard to run | | | | Not only will this prevent the death of a neighbor's pet |
| around in or more than a daily walk. Consequently, | | | | or local wildlife, but it will also keep your dog safe. |
| they make great pets for those living in apartments or | | | | 7. Greyhounds like all dogs, need plenty of contact time |
| small homes and you do not have to be incredibly | | | | and obedience training in the first few weeks of life |
| active to care for a Greyhound's needs. | | | | with you. Usually, Greyhounds are relatively easy to |
| 3. You may be familiar with the sight of racing dogs | | | | train. However, they will not respond well to raised |
| being kept in outdoor kennels. However, it is not | | | | voices or punishment. Gentle persuasion and positive |
| advisable to house a dog outside, especially if you live | | | | reinforcement, on the other hand, can prove incredibly |
| in cold climes. Due to their distinct lack of body fat, a | | | | effective. |
| Greyhound cannot retain its body heat. When kept as | | | | If you are considering adding a Greyhound to your |
| racing animals, a large number of dogs are kept | | | | family, please consider adopting an ex-racing dog. |
| together and they can, therefore, share bodily warmth. | | | | They make wonderful family pets and, more |
| However, a family Greyhound should always be kept | | | | importantly, are in desperate need of loving homes. |
| nice and cozy indoors. In addition, when taking the dog | | | | |