Greyhounds and Lurchers are strong, muscular dogs, with a keen eye and a talent for sprinting. They usually get on well with other dogs but will instinctively chase cats and small animals. And being so fast, they may be quick enough to catch them!
Are Lurchers fighting dogs?
Bull Lurchers seized from twisted Martin Davidson, 23, have been described as the "ultimate fighting dogs". They were used by the sadistic yob to tear badgers, deer and foxes to bits while he filmed them.
Do Lurchers need company?
Exercise Requirements Pet lurchers love company and so they make ideal companions. They are suited to active homes but if they get sufficient exercise they can often be quite lazy dogs at home.
Are Lurchers good first dogs?
Their friendly and laid back nature makes them perfect for this kind of work – and it's what also makes them great family pets because they tend to get on really well with children.
Why does my lurcher bark at other dogs?
The reason most dogs become reactive is down to one of two things: They're fearful of other dogs because they had limited experiences of other dogs as a puppy, or have had a particularly negative experience. They bark and lunge towards other dogs to try and make them move away or leave.
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