SIGHT HOUND GROUP
Breed Examples
AFGHAN HOUND | BORZOI | GREYHOUND | IBIZAN HOUND | IRISH WOLFHOUND | ITALIAN GREYHOUND | PHARAOH HOUND | SALUKI | WHIPPETĀ
WHAT WE BRED THEM FOR
Developed for hunting, they originated in Africa and further developed in ancient Egypt and the Middle East, they're one of the oldest groups of specialised dogs. They were refined for their incredible ability to perceive prey at a distance and their remarkable speed at catching it. Their narrow skulls are due to selection for improved peripheral vision.
Before you read on ...
These group pages introduce you to ten newly described dog groups based on the latest science. Knowing what type of 'job' is in your dog's DNA can offer valuable insights into the type of life they'd most enjoy.
Treat this as a guide and a starting point for further research into the breed of dog to best suit you and your lifestyle. You'll find information specific to individual breeds here.
Note: this isn't a guarantee of how any individual dog will behave in future.
WHY YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE WITHĀ A SIGHT HOUND
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Elegant
They're naturally inclined to appreciate the finer things in life, like warmth and comfort.
Reserved
They are generally quiet and calm, unobtrusive and stoic.
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WHY THEY CAN BE HARD TO LIVE WITH
Sensitive
They are not cut out for harsh conditions, great endurance, invasiveness or rough play.
Flight Risk
They have a keen eye for prey and the instincts to hunt it down with sudden swiftness.
Self-Directed
Doting on you or following your directions, especially coming when called, is often not their top priority.
YOU MAY NEED COACHING TO HELP WITH
- Predatory behaviour toward other animals, especially smaller ones
- Not coming when called
- Their independent nature (they may not be quick to follow directions)
- Discomfort with small children and sudden invasion of their personal space
- Occasional wariness toward strangers or protectiveness of territory and family
YOUR RELATIONSHIP SURVIVAL KEY
Don't ignore what they were designed for – their passion for independent hunting and sprinting after a target is in their DNA.
Manage their environment with good planning and decision-making in order to set them up for success.
Create learning opportunities and routines that facilitate a strong bond built on trust and respect.
