You're probably picturing a greyhound! Greyhound dogs can run up to 45 miles per hour, rivaling the cheetah for land speed records over distance (although cheetahs beat them handily in a sprint).
How many mph can a dog run?
In general, most dogs can run about 15 to 20 miles per hour for a short distance. Lean, long-legged dogs with deep chests (meaning big lungs) tend to be able to run the fastest, from 25 to 45 miles per hour. For dogs like sighthounds and collies, long strides and small mass keep them moving forward quickly.
What dog can run 45 mph?
Greyhound According to Psychology Today, the Greyhound can reach similiar speeds to that of a cheetah. We're talking a speed of 45 miles per hour (mph) within its first six strides. That unmatched ability makes Greyhounds the fastest breed of dogs.
How fast can a dog run a 40?
Vizsla (40mph) Afghan hound (40mph) Jack Russell terrier (38mph)
How far can a dog run with you?
Use your discretion when running with a dog – I can't go more than 3 miles with my dog without feeling like I'm torturing him. Some hyper Labradors will run 10 miles longer than they should, and risk orthopedic injury, soreness, or heat stroke in the process.
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