If you are thinking of adopting a large dog, why not consider giving a
retired racing Greyhound a home? They are gentle and social dogs. They
make great pets and quickly become part of the family. Unfortunately,
most people would not even think of adopting this type of dog. This is
because there are a lot of misconceptions about this breed as a family
pet.
The English Greyhound is a breed of dog, a sighthound which has been
bred for coursing game and greyhound racing. Since the rise in
large-scale adoption of retired racing Greyhounds, the breed has seen
a resurgence in popularity as a family pet. They are considered to
make good pets, and are known for their loving nature and enjoyment of
the company of humans or other dogs, though how well a Greyhound
tolerates the company of other small animals such as cats depends on
the individual dog's personality. They will typically chase small
animals; those lacking a high 'prey drive' will be able to coexist
happily with toy dog breeds and cats. Greyhounds live most happily as
pets in quiet environments. They do well in families with children, as
long as the children are taught to treat the dog properly. They have a
sensitive nature, and gentle commands work best as training methods.