Do Greyhounds make good guard dogs?
Greyhounds are generally not barkers, although they may make some funny noises when excited! A couple of woofs if something is wrong are generally all you’ll hear from them. They tend to greet all visitors with a waggy tail and a “lean”, or a snout stuck between your legs (you’re then expected to scratch their neck). Some Greyhounds do make fantastic watchdogs – they watch as strangers come into your house, then watch as they leave with your posessions! I don’t have much space – ARE GREYHOUNDS A REALLY LARGE DOG? Females tend to range in size from 24 – 30 kg, whilst males are generally larger and approx. 30 – 38 kg in weight. Greyhounds are great inside dogs as they can curl up into the smallest spaces! Add to that they’re clean, quiet and lazy, and you have a dog very well suited to snoozing inside on the couch. Greyhounds make great dogs for apartment living, and also for elderly or frail owners as they are calm dogs and too big to trip over! Greyhounds live for an average of 12 – 14
They are not guard dogs. Greyhounds rarely bark. It has been said that the only way a greyhound would harm a burglar is if he he trips over your greyhound in the dark. However, their size tends to make intruders think twice about targeting you or your home. Lastly, if you are lucky enough to have a “smiler”, well, there is your guard dog.
