Greyhounds love to sleep. In fact, they'll sleep for up to 20 hours a day! They're renowned for being incredibly lazy dogs, which isn't entirely fair as they're actually conserving their energy so that they can play later (sometimes in their pyjamas).
Are greyhounds lazy or active?
Most people believe that as ex-racers, greyhounds need a lot of exercise. Although they can run up to 72km/hr, they are actually quite a lazy dog. Most only need around 30-45 minutes of exercise daily, they are happy lounging around and napping all day.
Why you shouldn't get a greyhound?
Big dogs, big feelings. Greyhounds are sensitive as HELL. They feel a lot of feelings a lot of the time. Often they'll start out quiet but it won't take long before they trust you enough to let you into the vast chasm of their complicated and intense emotions.
Is it normal for greyhounds to sleep all day?
Sleeping & Napping Greyhounds generally spend about 18 hours a day sleeping. Arrange for your dog's bed to be somewhere where the dog can be with the family but out of the flow of traffic. This is a “timeout” area where the dog can go and observe but not be an active participant.
What is the laziest dog breed?
RANKED: The 42 laziest dog breeds in America#7: Cocker Spaniel. Shutterstock. ... #6: Puggle. Shutterstock. ... #5: Basset Hound. Shutterstock. ... #4: Akita. Shutterstock. ... #3: Newfoundland. Shutterstock. ... #2: Bulldog mix. Shutterstock. ... #1: Chow Chow. Shutterstock. ... Shutterstock. SEE ALSO: The 43 most active dog breeds in America.RANKED: The 42 laziest dog breeds in America - Business Insider
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