What type of medical care do Greyhounds require?
Like any other dog, Greyhounds require annual vaccinations. They also require annual checks for heartworm and other parasites. You will want to verify that your veterinarian is fully informed about Greyhounds as a breed, since they require special care when anesthesia is administered. Greyhounds are sensitive to many chemicals used in flea-control products. Be sure that you only use those products that are known to be safe to a Greyhound. NEVER use a flea collar. Greyhounds are not susceptible to conformation diseases such as hip displasia. A healthy Greyhound can be expected to live ten to twelve years.
