The Greyhound is a breed of dog known for its speed and agility. Bred as a sighthound, they were historically used for coursing and hunting. Today, they are commonly associated with greyhound racing. While many Greyhounds participate in racing, some are also kept as show dogs or as pets.
In 1926, modern greyhound racing was introduced into England.
In 1927, modern greyhound racing was introduced into Northern Ireland, Scotland, and the Republic of Ireland.
In 1928, Mr. H. Whitley's Greyhound, Primley Sceptre, won Best in Show at Crufts.
In 1956, a Greyhound won Best in Show at Crufts.
In 1974, systematic archaeozoology conducted in Britain ruled out the existence of a true greyhound-type dog prior to the Roman occupation.
Further confirmation in 2000 confirmed there was no greyhound-type dog in Britain prior to the Roman occupation.
Rock art in Tassili, dated at 5000-2000 BC, suggests the greyhound is one of the oldest dog breeds.
A 2005 Swedish study using insurance data found that 60% of Greyhounds died by the age of 10, a higher rate than the overall rate of 35% for dogs dying by the age of 10.
In 2008, a University of Pennsylvania study revealed that Greyhounds are among the least aggressive dog breeds towards strangers, owners, and other dogs.
A 2024 study in the UK determined the life expectancy for Greyhounds to be 11.5 years, compared to an average of 12.7 years for purebreeds and 12 years for crossbreeds.
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