Lurcher
Everything you need to know about Lurchers
- Life Expectancytypically 12+ years
- SheddingShort length with moderate shedding
- SizeMedium
Everything you need to know about Lurchers
A Lurcher is a sighthound (such as a Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki) crossed with another breed of dog (such as a Collie or Terrier). Because of this, they can be of different sizes with variable hair lengths.
Lurchers are known for their long, graceful frames and deep chests. As Lurchers can come from many different breeds, they can be a wide variety of colours.
There’s lots of doggy behaviour that comes naturally to all breeds of dog, including Lurchers, from digging and chasing to searching and retrieving.
Thinking about giving a Lurcher a forever home? Here are some Lurcher facts that might help you decide.
Every dog is different with their own personality and needs. Here are some areas to think about when taking care of a Lurcher.
Even if you think you know about Lurchers, it’s important to remember that every dog has their own personality.