Lurchers and Greyhounds as pets
EXERCISE
Contrary to their reputations greyhounds and lurchers are sprinting dogs so do not need to walk for miles every day—about 2 half hour walks a day will suffice. They can be exercised on the lead.
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SLEEP
Greyhounds and lurchers sleep a lot, they are the laziest dogs you can have, quite often known as 45 mile an hour couch potatoes (high speed slobs)
FEEDING
This can vary depending on the type and size of lurcher you have. The majority of average medium–sized lurchers need only the amount as a pedigree Labrador or collie.
TEMPERAMENT
Gentle temperaments and a healthy disposition being of natural breeding. Biddable and easy to handle.
CATS
Most dogs will chase cats—it’s just that the greyhound is a bit faster than most! Many greyhounds and lurchers live happily side by side with cats. Any dog re-homed by Evesham is tested for cat compatibility by Pip’s stunt cats Peg and Lucipher (dog killers!)
CHILDREN
We have some wonderful guinea pig children and again all dogs are checked and assessed for their suitability with children.
LIVESTOCK
Where possible all dogs are checked and assessed with livestock.
GROOMING
Smooth coats need little grooming, once a week or twice a month. Rough coats need to be groomed at least once a week.