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Greyhounds are among the oldest purebred dog breeds, dating back to the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. In the past, greyhounds were the pets, hunting dogs, and companions of the Egyptians, Romans, Greeks, and the Medieval European aristocracy. They were bred to be ....

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.... from many Greyhound Adoption Agencies around the United States and Canada. Greyhounds range in color from red and black to white and fawn. They are a healthy breed and can live for 12-15 years with good care. They range in size from 26 to30 inches tall and weigh 50-85 pounds. Many people who are allergic to dogs are not allergic to greyhounds, due to their skin type and short, sleek coat. THE NEED FOR ADOPTION: It is estimated that each year in the U.S., tens of thousands of young, healthy greyhounds bred for racing are killed when they fail to keep up and are no longer viable racers. There are also numerous cases where dogs are sold to resear ....