Spanish greyhound | Facts & Information

Colors: many (Brindle, black, gold, yellow, white, red, etc.)

Other names: Spanish Greyhound dog, Galgo Espanol

Origin

This breed is descended from Asian Greyhounds such as Sloughi, brought from Spain by the moors. By crossing with the indigenous hunting dogs, this greyhound was used to hunt rabbits. Later the breed was improved by repeated selections and blood supply from the Greyhound, obtaining a dog with performance in running races. It was the favorite of the Spanish kings and used for hunting in packs.

Feeding the Spanish greyhound

Meals are as important to the Spanish greyhound as to any other dog. A healthy diet is seen in the activity and fur of the dog. The protein that your dog needs daily can be taken from meat, but this is not the only source of protein. It is best to avoid sweets and sweet or very sweet foods because they are not good for your dog's health. Under no circumstances should you give him chocolate. Many agree that chocolate is poison for dogs.

It is not a picky greyhound, it can be fed both dry or canned food, and home-cooked food.

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Appearance Spanish greyhound

The standard of this breed has an elongated head, a solid skeleton, a deep thorax and a very muscular posterior part of the body. The head has a very smooth tail, a narrow skull between the ears, a strong and long jaw, fine lips, strong teeth and a scissor bite.

The eyes are large, dark in color, with a keen eye and intelligence. The ears are rather thin, inserted into the top of the head, have a fine appearance, are straightened a little back and hang in half.

The neck is delicate, it seems straight, it is long and a little flat. The thorax is deep, if viewed from the front it seems very wide and in length quite spacious up to the last ribs. The back is muscular and vigorous, slightly protruding and well stretched.

The ribs are quite prominent, The Salas are slightly arched and hard, the abdomen is raised and devoid of fat.

The forelimbs are straight, long, muscular and parallel. The shoulders are oblique, the elbows seem loose, the paws are well tightened, very little round and elongated, with the fingers well tightened, a little arched and rounded. The soles are hard and thick, which makes it not to hit very easily and Resist on any terrain.

The hind limbs are very muscular at the top, the thighs are wide and long, with well-marked muscles under the skin. The tail is long and thin, has a sharp tip, when the quadruped is at rest, it is curled down. The hair is fine and rather short, some specimens show coarser hair.

Hair color varies quite a lot, it can be Chestnut, rusty, black, reddish, white, or combinations of these colors. The male has a waist of 65 cm and weight of 25-30 kg, and the female has a waist of 60 cm and weight of 20-25 kg.

Spanish greyhound behavior

It is an intelligent, curious, playful, sensitive, alert dog.

He is affectionate and devoted to the family, attentive and protective with children, cautious and aloof with strangers.

He reconciles with other dogs, even likes to play with some, but the strong hunting instinct urges him to hunt everything that runs and that is why he is not reliable in a home with cats.

Spanish greyhound training

It is a fairly obedient dog that quickly learns what is required of it and is therefore not difficult to train. He only ignores commands when he has his eye on a prey.

It is used in hunting small or large animals, in dog races or as a pet.

The fur of this dog does not need much care. An occasional brushing is sufficient. Keep your ears clean.

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Features Spanish greyhound

It is a dog that adapts to the living conditions offered, but Best feels free in a fenced yard where it can move freely.

He likes long walks, running, running around on a bike. Avoid the company of cats or other small animals because they tend to hunt anything that moves quickly.

It is not recommended to be worn in public places without a leash. It needs socialization and proper training.

Diseases of the Spanish greyhound

Like many other dogs the Spanish greyhound has a relatively healthy life, but they are sensitive to anesthesia.

He must be taken to the vet periodically, even annually, for control.

Although it is a fairly large size Greyhound and is a work dog the few pounds they have help them not to suffer from hip dysplasia.