Spanish Greyhound (Galgo Español)
FCI 285
66 cmAdult male
at the withers
at the withers
- Mass
- 20–29.9 kgRasa ogółem
Spanish Greyhound (Galgo Español) — size comparison
The Galgo Español, or Spanish Greyhound, has a very slender body, long legs and a narrow head. A deep chest leads into a strongly tucked-up abdomen, and the lon
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Spanish Greyhound (Galgo Español) — size comparison — facts and sources
The Galgo Español, or Spanish Greyhound, has a very slender body, long legs and a narrow head. A deep chest leads into a strongly tucked-up abdomen, and the long tail tapers. Smooth and rough coats occur. Its light but strong outline suits fast, sustained running across open country.
The breed has long accompanied Iberian hunters, chiefly pursuing hares across plains using sight. Spanish sighthounds were exported between the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries to countries including England and Ireland, influencing local breeding. Practical hunting importance continued after the modern breed standard was established.
Away from activity, Galgos can be calm, reserved and gentle in contact. They form affectionate relationships without constantly seeking attention. New people or situations are often watched from a distance first. A rapidly moving animal can nevertheless change behaviour immediately. Pursuit then dominates attention, bringing independent decisions and energy unseen during rest at home.