Hungarian Greyhound

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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.

Time of Origin

1400s

Country of Origin

Hungary

Ancestry

Unknown

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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