What you need to know about Greyhounds
By Nadia Scurria|
When it comes to owning a dog, you want to make sure that it's the right one.
Depending on the breed, there are different things you want to be prepared for and know about too.
Greyhounds are becoming increasingly popular as family pets so if you're thinking of adopting a greyhound any time soon, be sure to check out Dr Katrina Warren's top things to know about this beloved breed.
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1. They are usually very gentle dogs
According to Warren, "Greyhounds are very sweet and loving dogs."
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2. No doggy odour
If you've owned a dog before or have friends and family with pooches, you'd know that most dogs give off a 'doggy smell.'
Warren mentions in the video above that greyhounds don't have that "typical doggy odour" and they don't really smell at all.
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3. Quite low maintenance ?
Whilst many dogs require lots of upkeep, greyhounds are quite low maintenance dogs.
"They have a lovely short coat that requires minimal grooming and they don't need as much exercise as you might think," Warren says.
"Just a 15 to 20 minute walk a day and then to the couch."
4. Usually quiet
If you live in an apartment that allows pets and you want to get a dog, then getting a greyhound might be your best bet.
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"Of course there are exceptions but they generally make great apartment dogs because they don't bark," Warren says.
5. They are affordable
If you've owned a pet before or know of people that have pets, you'd know just how expensive they can be.
One of the great things about greyhounds is that they're affordable.
"You can adopt a beautiful greyhound through Greyhounds as Pets for $250," Warren says.
"They will have been temperament tested, ?vet checked, de-sexed, microchipped, wormed and vaccinated," she continues.
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Warren also mentions that if you adopt a dog that's over seven, they're only $150 and "the seniors really need a loving home." ?
To find out more about adopting or fostering a greyhound adoption, visit www.gapnsw.com.au.
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