Comparison: Greyhound and Hungarian Greyhound

Greyhound and Hungarian Greyhound are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Greyhound
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Hungarian Greyhound
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GreyhoundHungarian Greyhound
FCI group10. Sighthounds10. Sighthounds
Country of originUnited KingdomHungary
CategoryGiantLarge
Height at withers68–76 cm62–70 cm
Weight27–40 kg–
Life span10–14 years–
Recognition features
  • Aerodynamic lean build with a deep chest
  • Short smooth coat, rose ears
  • Long, sabre-like tail
  • Strongly developed bone and musculature, elegant, body slightly longer than height at the withers
  • Wedge-shaped head and large thick rose ears clinging to the neck
  • Strong, thick tail with wiry hair on the underside
CoatShort, fine, close coat.Short, dense, coarse and smooth; a considerable dense undercoat may develop in winter. All colours and combinations known in sighthounds are admitted, except those listed as eliminating faults.
PurposeAn ancient British sighthound for racing and hare coursing; the fastest dog, over 65 km/h.A hunting and coursing dog hunting by sight, though with a noteworthy nose; especially skilled in coursing and track racing over longer distances. Also a good companion and loyal watchdog.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.