I know that the Dogs Trust do some great courses and they are not too expensive. It is not uncomfortable for the dog and I have always found one to be an instant walking trainer. A good rescue center will tell you if there is anything you need to know but even they may not be aware of the whole story.
This was understandable but when he heard the sound of chains rattling on a television program he was frightened. In fact he was terrified. What this was about I can only guess but you have to be prepared for your dogs past and the scars of their previous experiences. If your Greyhound or Lurcher has lived in a kennels with lots of other dogs, then, fighting for food may have been a survival necessity. Having said this a s a warning, most long dogs are so soft and mild mannered that they would never bite anything except perhaps a rabbit.
After all you are looking to adopt one of the most intelligent dogs anywhere. Couple this with their desire to please and you will never regret choosing a Lurcher or Greyhound. Brian Gregory Waiting for adoption.
Johnson the Couch Potato. The vast majority of lurchers arrive at KGR via the dog pound. They have been abandoned or handed in by their previous owner once they are deemed not good enough to work. The lurchers usually adapt very easily to being domesticated pets and very quickly learn to enjoy the good things in life!
We do sometimes have lurcher puppies looking for pet homes. We can never guarantee what the puppy will be when it grows up. Their DNA will dictate how large or small they will be and without knowing their parentage it is pretty impossible to predict what the puppy will look like or how large it will be.
We will have an educated guess but we cannot guarantee anything. A lurcher is a cross breed dog and has no breed standard. If you want a lurcher who is a certain height or appearance, you need to be looking to adopt an adult dog. We cannot recommend dog training enough for lurchers. By this we mean regular weekly classes where you go along each week and start with the basics. This is not just about getting your dog to give a paw. It is about both your dog learning respect for you and you building a stronger bond with your dog.
Most teething problems will be sorted out with regular classes. In most cases we do not recommend a behaviourist as that is usually a one off and offers no socialisation. We do explain more about the background of lurchers here. Pet lurchers love company and so they make ideal companions. They are suited to active homes but if they get sufficient exercise they can often be quite lazy dogs at home. Lurchers seem to prefer snoozing somewhere warm and comfortable in the house.
Preferably on the sofa or even your bed. Unless you have other dogs and proven doggie day care solutions. They usually love the company of other dogs.
In general they need a lot more exercise than the greyhounds, as they have more stamina. But this may vary considerably depending on the type of cross.
Lurchers are generally healthy into old age, but their speed and enthusiasm for the chase can mean collision injuries, strains, and rips. Their tails are long and thin-skinned, so take care to see your dog is in a clear space before you let him run, and be very careful with doors in the house and car. Deep-chested dogs can be at risk of bloat, so leave as long as possible between feeding and exercise. Sight hound types have a higher red blood cell count than other dogs, and are also extremely sensitive to anaesthetics and sedatives, even the most modern ones, so it is important for veterinary staff to be aware of this.
Vets who are Greyhound specialists are ideal for this type of dog. Ideal home for a Lurcher: Calm, peaceful, cosy, with lots of comfortable furniture to sprawl upon. Are Lurchers good with other pets and people: People need to be polite and not try to force their attentions.
These dogs are not recommended to keep with small furries, though most can be taught to accept poultry and their own cat. They dislike bouncy, bad-mannered dogs.
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