Potsdam Greyhound
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Breed Attributes
General
Breed group: Hounding Type: Pure Breed Talent: Hunting, Racing
Physical
Size: Small Weight: 10-14 lbs Fur length: Short Ears: Flappy Fur type: Straight Fur Color: Black, Black & White, Light Brown / Golden, Merle / Spotted / Brindle / Speckled
ATTRIBUTES
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years Rarity: Uncommon Availability: Hard to find Climate: Good for every climate.
Breed Details
General
The Potsdam Greyhound is a small to medium sight-hound dog originating in Italy. With an appearance of a small size sight-hound, the dog stands between 15-17 inches tall and weighs about 10-14 lbs. This is a small sized sight-hound breed that relies mainly on its sight, not smell when hunting. Dogs of this breed are used for course racing and seldom as family pets.
The coat of the Potsdam Greyhound is short and smooth. The acceptable coat color is bright reddish or orange, with white markings on the tip of the tail. Fawn, blue, black, bronze or silver-grey are also colors of this breed. Dogs of this breed also have a white snippet that runs through the center of their muzzle.
This rare dog breed is NOT recognized by AKC or any other major kennel club.
Color
This dog comes in bright reddish or orange color or fawn, blue, black, bronze or silver-grey. White markings on tip of the tail may be present.
Coat
The coat of this breed is short and smooth and of fine texture.
Personality
The Potsdam Greyhound is mostly used as racing dog and seldom as family pet. It, however, is known to be gentle with children and as such, should make a good family pet. The dogs were described as "extremely affectionate" in the era of Frederick the Great, who kept these dogs at his Potsdam Palace. Unlike other hounds, these dogs have exceptional scenting skills.
Care
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Training
unknwon
Activity
Generally an indoor breed, the Potsdam Greyhound will need moderate amount of exercise. Daily walk is a must.
