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Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. The lurcher is a cross-bred dog, the result of mating a sighthound with a dog of another type, most commonly a herding dog or a terrier. Historically a poacher's dog, lurchers in modern times are kept as pets, hunting dogs and in racing.
- What kind of a dog is a lurcher?
- What exactly is a lurcher?
- What is the difference between a Greyhound and a lurcher?
- What dogs are crossed to make a lurcher?
- Why are lurchers called lurchers?
- Why are so many lurchers abandoned?
- What is lurcher temperament?
- Do lurchers shed hair?
- Do lurchers smell?
- How do you calm down a lurcher?
- Are Lurchers aggressive?
- Why do Lurchers lean on you?
- Are Lurchers smart?
- Are Lurchers Gundogs?
- How much walking does a lurcher need?
What kind of a dog is a lurcher?
Lurchers are usually a cross between a sighthound breed – such as Greyhound, Saluki or Whippet – and a Collie or Terrier. Because they're a mixed breed, no two Lurchers are the same – in looks or temperament.
What exactly is a lurcher?
A lurcher is a sighthound such as a Greyhound crossed with a terrier, herding breed, or large scenthound with the idea of bringing in greater tenacity, intelligence, or scenting ability. Lurchers are primarily hunting dogs, prized for their stealth and silence.
What is the difference between a Greyhound and a lurcher?
Greyhound is a pure breed of dogs but Lurcher is not. In fact, greyhound is a registered dog breed in all the kennel clubs, whereas lurcher is registered only at the Lurcher and Longdog Association of North America. Greyhounds are large bodied, but lurchers are either large or small.
What dogs are crossed to make a lurcher?
Originally known as the poacher's dog, a Lurcher is a cross between a sighthound and a dog of another type, such as a terrier or a herding dog. The cross is intended to produce dogs with the speed of the sighthound and the tenacity or intelligence of the terrier or herding dog.
Why are lurchers called lurchers?
The lurcher is a cross-bred dog, normally between a Greyhound and a Collie or sheepdog. The word 'lurcher' is derived from the medieval French lerce Lurcher was first used with this meaning in 1668 from the verb 'lurch' — 'lurk'.
Why are so many lurchers abandoned?
Head of dog rehoming, Rob Young, says: “We're seeing lots of lurchers and greyhounds for many different reasons – they might be retired racers, because of an owner's illness, or even a family separation. “Greyhounds and lurchers make great pets, but they're often overlooked here at Battersea.
What is lurcher temperament?
Contrary to popular belief, the Lurcher is an amiable, relaxed and gentle breed, with a quiet temperament that enjoys regular human contact. Like the Greyhound, the Lurcher is neither aggressive nor highly strung, but docile and dependable towards its owners.
Do lurchers shed hair?
Many lurchers have a single layer of hair, and thus technically have hair coats rather than fur coats. ... Such dogs have a short coat with limited shedding which needs little maintenance. Whilst anyone can be allergic to any dog, short-haired lurchers can be a good choice for the slightly sensitive amongst you.
Do lurchers smell?
So a lurcher, longdog or sighthound is also a scenthound in its way, whether you like it or not. A specific scenthound breed might be better at following a smell than the average lurcher, but unless trained, not phenomenally better than a Chilli, who does pretty well.
How do you calm down a lurcher?
Ask him for a down and then calmly touch (but don't pick up) the lead. If he can stay down, reward and repeat. Next session, ask him for a down, pick up and put down the lead before rewarding and repeating. Later, ask him for a down, pick up the lead, approach him (but don't try to put the lead on), reward and repeat.
Are Lurchers aggressive?
NOTE: Lurchers are generally good-natured, but can and do fight under certain circumstances, especially if stressed, or defending territory, or if they've had an abusive background.
Why do Lurchers lean on you?
A Greyhound likes to show affection with his or her entire body, whether that means curling up against you on the couch or leaning his or her weight against your side. ... While smaller dogs might sit in your lap, your Greyhound may give you his weight to show that he or she feels bonded to you.
Are Lurchers smart?
Like border Collies, Lurchers are incredibly intelligent; so much so that they worked as messenger dogs in both World Wars. Lurchers are loving, loyal and very affectionate.
Are Lurchers Gundogs?
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However they are not gundogs and have no roll to play on a shooting day.
How much walking does a lurcher need?
Lurchers require at least two walks a day, and need the option to stretch their legs out for at least one of their walks. Given they have a strong prey drive, many owners opt to keep their Lurchers on the lead when out and about.
