“There are no good studies on this, but it looks like Greyhounds are not substantially faster than some other breeds like Border Collies and probably other larger, lightweight breeds,” says Dr. Christine Zink, DVM, a canine sports-medicine veterinarian. 24 сент. 2012 г.
Are Greyhounds the fastest dogs?
Top Speed: 45 mph Originally bred to be hunting dogs, Greyhounds are widely accepted to be the fastest dog breed. For decades, Greyhounds have been used in dog racing. A highly energetic breed, it comes as no surprise that their legs can carry them as fast as 45 miles per hour.
Which dog breed can run the fastest?
Greyhound. The greyhound's tall, slender build was specially bred for dog racing, making it the fastest dog, with a top speed of 45 miles per hour. Unlike other dogs, the breed is meant for speed rather than endurance, and doesn't require much exercise.
How fast can a greyhound run a mile?
When Usain Bolt set his 100 meter world record he was running at a speed of 22.9 mph (36.9 kph) and covered that distance in 9.58 seconds. A greyhound would complete that same race in 5.33 second.
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