Citylife in Lichfield April 2021

Fun Facts About
Greyhounds
By Lauren Hirst
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When we went to find a rescue dog many years ago, we
were initially looking for a terrier. The lady at the rescue
asked: “Have you thought of a greyhound?” I remember
looking at her aghast and saying: “Don’t they needs lots of
exercise?” at which she laughed and told me they are actually very
lazy, gentle dogs. She introduced us to Jasper who looked so fed up
being surrounded by yapping terriers.
Jasper came home with us a week later. That was almost 20 years ago,
and I have been volunteering for Greyhound Trust Hall for almost as long.
So here are some fun facts about this ancient breed if you are considering
getting a dog and have never thought about a greyhound.
Greyhounds are the fastest land mammal (after the cheetah) but only
have short bursts of energy and then they need a long nap. Two 30-minute
walks a day and ‘zoomies’ around the garden is all they require.
Greyhounds wear muzzles while racing during the excitement of the
race and to make it easier to determine the winner in a photo finish but
by nature are very gentle, placid dogs. Many can live quite happily with
children of all ages.
Greyhounds are an ancient and noble breed. They are named in the
Bible and have been found in Egyptian tombs. Only royalty were allowed
to own greyhounds in the middle ages and they are mentioned 17 times
in Shakespeare plays.
Greyhounds have more red blood cells and bigger hearts and lungs
than other breeds to circulate more oxygen. They have a universal blood
type and are ideal blood donors with their placid nature.
Greyhounds have a 270-degree range of vision. They can see objects
behind them and over ½ mile in front of them.
There’s no doubt that greyhounds are unique and make wonderful pets
- it’s a secret that all greyhound owners know. If you want a high energy
dog to go jogging with, one that will play fetch for hours or catch a
frisbee, then a greyhound is probably not the dog for you. But if you want
a gentle, loving, companion to share strolls in the park with, then consider
a greyhound. You may be pleasantly surprised.
Greyhound Trust Hall Green has kennels in Shenstone and Stourbridge.
Visit www.greyhoundtrusthallgreen.org.uk or the Facebook pages for
more information.
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