Other Names
Galgo Español

Origin
Spain
Descended from Asian Greyhounds and were bred for coursing hare and other small game in the steppes and mountains of Iberian Peninsula.

Use Today
Companion, Racing, Hunting

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12 years of age

Weight & Height
44 to 66 pounds & 23 to 28 inches tall

Known Health Problems
None Known

Physical Description
large, rectuangular, narrow dog with a deep chest. It is elegant and muscular with a long, narrow head. The nose is black and the eyes are almond-shaped. The ears are triangular and are folded when at rest and semi-erect when alert and active.

Temperment
Affectionate & Intelligent. This breed is kind with children. They also do well with other dogs, but not with cats or other small animals as they will chase them. The Spanish Greyhound is extremely loyal to its family and makes a loving companion

Training
Needs a consistant approach, be patient with them and they will learn a basic level of obedience

Living Conditions
?

Grooming
Little grooming needed

Exercise
Needs alot of exercise, preferable a large fenced yard.

Coat Texture
Short-haired or Rough-haired

Coat Colors
Black, Sandy, White, Red, Brown, Yellow, Roan

Puppies
? pups per litter. pups are easy to train

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale