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Standard
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Personality
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The Family
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Foster Care
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The Track
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Care
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Nutrition
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Facts
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F.A.Q.'s
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Right for YOU ?
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Greyhounds as part of a Family
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As sight hounds, greyhounds pursue their prey by sight and have a strongly developed chase instinct to chase the mechanical lure at the racetrack.
This chase instinct varies from dog to dog. In spite of this it is possible for greyhounds to peacefully co-exist with other pets, including dogs, cats, birds and even rabbits.
A large percentage of dogs would not harm any animal whatsoever, whilst others respond well to detraining. Most adoption groups will have already assessed a greyhound's prey drive before placing it into a home. In fact, most dogs are previously placed into a foster home where there is usually another pet or two. Their reactions with various animals are recorded, to help carefully place them into the right household situation.
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Greyhounds with other Dogs
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Greyhounds are friendly by nature and socialise well because of their experiences with other greyhounds in the racing kennels.
Watch all new introductions carefully however as the "old dog" may be jealous of the newcomer. Introduction may be better on neutral territory.
Walk them both home on leads and lead them around the back yard into the house.
It is suggested that a muzzle be used to introduce a greyhound to a small dog until it recognises that it is a part of the family too and not something to pursue.
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Greyhounds with Cats
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When a dog is first introduced to the family cat it should be wearing its muzzle and be leashed. It is better to be safe than sorry. This would apply to any breed of dog being introduced to a new pet.
Usually with a little time and patience they learn to get along quite well.
As you can see in these photos, some Greyhounds can live quite happily with cats and accept them as part of the family.
Not all dogs are suitable to go to homes with cats - therefore if you have other animals, we would like you to tell us, so that the right dogs can be offered for your choice as a pet.
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Greyhounds with Children
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Most Greyhounds are very good with children. Children must be taught to respect the dog (just like any other large dog).
Teach children such things as to leave the dog alone when it is eating.
Talk to a dog before touching it when it is asleep. Most Greyhounds will just leave the room when a child becomes too much for them.
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Greyhounds with Poultry
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Some Greyhounds can also live in harmony with poultry and birds.
These photos were taken of Greyhounds who have accepted ducks, chooks and turkeys as part of their family.
All Greyhounds are not suitable in this situation.
This is why it is important for the future Adopting family to let us know of their family situation, so that only the right Greyhounds can be offered for Adoption.
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Missing Your Socks ?
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Check with your greyhound!
They love to collect things that you own and keep them somewhere close, like their bed.
They seldom damage anything - they just want to be near something that smells like you.
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