Hungarian Greyhound History
The Hungarian Greyhound, also known as the Magyar Hound, is a greyhound-type scenthound. The origin of the name “Hungarian” is uncertain; the first documented appearance of hun.
Hungarian Greyhound Physical Characteristics
The Hungarian Greyhound is a small, slender, graceful, and athletic sighthound that typically stands between 15 and 17 inches and weighs between 35 and 45 pounds. They have long, thin legs, a long tail, and a pointed nose. Their ears are long and hang down, they have a narrow, triangular head, and a coat of silky, straight hair. The fur is grey, white, or black in color, and their eyes are a vibrant amber or orange. They are intelligent, loving, and affectionate.
Eye Colors
Brown
Nose Colors
Black
Coat Colors
Brindle, Fawn, Red, Black
Height Range
Male Height Range: 25 – 27 inches
Female Height Range: 25 – 27 inches
Weight Range
Male Weight Range: 49 – 68 lbs
Female Weight Range: 49 – 68 lbs
Hungarian Greyhound Health
Description of breed health.
Lifespan
12-15 yrs
Hungarian Greyhound Health Concerns
Entropion, Ectropion, Hip Dysplasia, Bloat, Hypothyroidism
Hungarian Greyhound Temperament and Behaviour
The Hungarian Greyhound is a dignified, elegant, and graceful breed of dog. They are agile and athletic, and love to run. They are intelligent, and are easy to train. They are loyal to their families, but are wary of strangers. They are confident and brave, and make great watchdogs.
Hungarian Greyhound Activity Requirements
Hungarian Greyhounds are small, slender, and graceful. They have short hair and a smooth, sleek coat. These dogs are calm and quiet, and they make wonderful companions. Like most small breeds, the Hungarian Greyhound doesn’t require a lot of heavy activity. In fact, they do better with a moderate amount of low impact physical exercise. Too much running or jumping can strain their joints and cause injuries. If you are looking for a dog who will enjoy a nice long walk, but doesn’t need hours of vigorous playtime, then a Hungarian Greyhound may be a good match for you.
Miles Per Day
10 miles
Activity Per Day
60 minutes
Daily Food
2.5 cups
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Hungarian Greyhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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The Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Hungarian Greyhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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Australian National Kennel Council
Not Recognized
Hungarian Greyhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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Canadian Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Hungarian Greyhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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