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What To Expect When Adopting An
Ex-Racing Greyhound
| These graceful animals make excellent pets. The nature of the breed is affectionate, docile and sensitive. They love human company. They are very adaptable and fit in easily with family life. |
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MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT
GREYHOUNDS
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THE TRUTH
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| Greyhounds need lots of exercise ... |
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They are lazy and need only two short walks a day. |
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| Greyhounds are vicious and can't live with other pets ... |
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With care and a small amount of 'de-training' the majority of greyhounds live happily with all other domestic pets, including cats. |
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| Greyhounds are dangerous and must be muzzled at all times ... |
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They are gentle and affectionate with people and get on particularly well with children and the elderly. |
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| Greyhounds need a special diet ... |
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They are happy with any normal dog food. |
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| Retired greyhounds are old and 'on their last legs' ... |
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Greyhounds usually retire at three to five years old - in human terms as young as 20! Still in their prime! |
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As any greyhound owner will confirm, the benefits of sharing your life with one of these beautiful dogs are immense ...
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