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 noisy?
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 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.
Do Lurchers like cuddles?
They Love to Cuddle Lurchers snuggle and cuddle and snooze as much as they can on the softest, snuggliest surface they can find . . . and they love their humans.
