How do I find my greyhound racing history?
After you have located their track name, go to Greyhound-Data and use the “Dog-Search” feature. If all goes well, you can find their pedigree and race record. You may also be able to figure out what state your greyhound came from by researching the tracks that they raced.
How much exercise does an old greyhound need?
Greyhounds are friendly, affectionate dogs who thrive on human companionship and usually adapt very quickly and remarkably well to retirement. If left up to them, you will have a 70 pound lap dog on your hands. They do not require large amounts of exercise. Two daily walk and a good diet are sufficient.
How many times should you walk a greyhound?
As a minimum, 30 minutes per day is recommended, but ideally a walk morning and night should be the routine. Greyhounds are built for speed so tend not to have much stamina.
How old is a ten year old Greyhound?
Just as people face certain ailments as they age, so do our beloved Greyhounds. This is something that unfortunately we face much sooner with our dogs since they age about seven times faster than humans. To put this in perspective, a ten year old Greyhound is equivalent in years to a seventy year old person.
When to take your greyhound to the vet?
Therefore, it is imperative that you take your Greyhound to the vet if you notice any signs of limping or pain as these two diseases can only be distinguished via x-rays of the joints and bones. Bone cancer is extremely painful and aggressive. If not diagnosed early, it can spread to other areas of the body making prognosis for survival very poor.
When does a greyhound become a senior citizen?
Therefore, a Greyhound is considered to be a “senior citizen” by approximately seven or eight years of age. The following is a description of some common problems encountered in senior Greyhounds, including diseases,…
What kind of cancer does a greyhound have?
Cancer is another common ailment faced by the aging Greyhound, particularly bone cancer. Osteosarcoma is the most common type of bone cancer in Greyhounds and usually occurs in carpus (wrist), shoulder, or stifle (knee).