They find noise actively unpleasant, so echoing halls or barking dogs can stress them to the point of wanting to run away, or else they shut down completely.
Do Lurchers bark a lot?
Lurchers hardly ever bark excessively, and due to their naturally laid-back dispositions they're simply uninterested in barking unless for a good reason. This reinforces their quiet and sweet-natured personalities and helps to make them the ideal family pet.
Are Lurchers quiet?
Originally known as the poacher's dog, the Lurcher is bred for speed, hunting ability, intelligence, and tenacity. Besides those talents, the lurcher's value to the poacher is his silence. He hunts quietly, never giving voice.
Are Lurchers good house dogs?
Nowadays, Lurchers are becoming very popular as they make exceptional family dogs. They are generally good with children, gentle, loving, very affectionate and loyal. We always have lots of lovely lurchers looking for homes.
Are Lurchers high maintenance?
They're low maintenance and easy to get along with Independent and non-territorial, they're unlikely to bark at the door and may not even be bothered to get up to greet your visitors. And, while they may be large dogs, they're agile and graceful and won't get under your feet.
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