Greyhound Training Considerations For the New Dog At Home

It is estimated that about 25,000 greyhounds are retired every year from racing. Many of these dogs are sent to rescue centers or adopted out. Potential grey owners that are considering adopting ought not to fall for the misconception that greyhounds want a high energy lifestyle; quite the opposite! It’s fascinating just observing how these dogs turn into almost ideal housedogs. They actually morph into couch worshippers, basking in the quiet calm of the home… that is, if greyhound training is put to use.

The genetics and breeding history of Greyhounds have also made them low maintenance, and generally healthy too. Most large dogs have hip dysplasia, have some hereditary disease, or bloat, or are excessive barkers. But greys are far from having them. Considering that greyhounds retire by the age of four, that leaves them plenty more years to go with loving and caring family. It can be said that a total of twelve years for a rehomed greyhound smacks of an adventurous doggie life story!

Anybody keen on owning a grey can try getting in touch with any of the adoption agencies based all over the country. All that is needed is usually a filled out application form and sometimes also a small donation to the animal agency. On second glance, the fee is definitely a bargain, considering how these institutions are dead-serious about maintaining the health of their wards.

The first thing to be done when the dog gets home is to socialize it with the family using greyhound dog training. The fact that former race dogs are used to being with both familiar and strange handlers does not mean that greys will not nervously drool with all that newness, or take time adjusting in the new home. So its good to keep the dog on a lead when walking, or at home, secure it with a tall fence. If not, the dog will wear itself out chasing squirrels or the neighborhood cat.

When retired at the age of four after having been race dogs, greyhounds usually are wonderful companions for the home. They are among the most suitable low maintenance, low physical activity house dogs. Their short, low-shedding coat is easily kept clean. They are low key when it comes to producing noise, and their natural timidity makes them neighborhood-friendly. But they are couch potatoes through and through, and will actually jostle for precious space against the owner.