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Sighthound Dogs

Browse sighthound breeds and compare personality, trainability, exercise, and care needs in one place.

Browse 12 matching profiles. Only breeds with photos. Extinct breeds are hidden.

Breed tendencies are a guide; individual dogs vary.

Family-friendly Apartment-friendly Low-shedding

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Group: Sighthound

Banjara Hound

SighthoundUncommonIndia

AgileAlert

The Banjara Hound is an agile Indian sighthound known for its hunting prowess and loyalty. Ideal for active owners, they require ample exercise and space.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Galgo Español

SighthoundUncommonSpain

AffectionateCalm

The Galgo Español, or Spanish Greyhound, is a large, gentle sighthound known for its calm demeanor and athletic abilities. With a rich history in hunting, they thrive in active homes and are excellent companions.

Family-home friendlyLighter cleanupSteady movement

60 min/day

4/53/5

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Hortaya Borzaya

SighthoundRareEurasia (specifically the regions of modern Ukraine

CalmEnduring

The Hortaya Borzaya is a large, robust sighthound with a calm demeanor and exceptional hunting abilities. Known for its keen eyesight and trainability, this breed thrives on exercise and mental stimulation.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routineEasier first month

Jonangi

SighthoundUncommonIndia

AgileIndependent

The Jonangi, or Vanjari Hound, is a loyal and agile sighthound from India, known for its hunting skills and minimal grooming needs.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Kazakh Tazy

SighthoundUncommonKazakhstan

AgileAlert

The Kazakh Tazy is a sighthound known for its agility and hunting prowess. With a rich cultural heritage, this breed is intelligent, independent, and requires ample exercise.

Child-friendly fitHigh-motion routine

90 min/day

3/54/5

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Mahratta Hound

SighthoundRareIndia

AgileCourageous

The Mahratta Hound is a rare Indian sighthound known for its speed, strength, and loyalty. With a compact build and a short coat, this breed excels in hunting small game and thrives in active environments.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Mudhol Hound

SighthoundUncommonIndia (Karnataka and Maharashtra)

AlertCourageous

The Mudhol Hound is a graceful Indian sighthound known for its speed, loyalty, and hunting abilities. Ideal for active families, it thrives in spacious environments.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routineEasier first month

Peruvian Hairless Dog

SighthoundUncommonPeru

AffectionateAgile

The Peruvian Hairless Dog, known for its elegance and hairlessness, is an ancient breed that is affectionate, agile, and requires special care.

Shared-wall friendlyLighter cleanupLower-key rhythm

Polish Greyhound

SighthoundUncommonPoland

CourageousIndependent

The Polish Greyhound, or Chart Polski, is a large sighthound known for its speed, loyalty, and hunting prowess. With a strong build and a smooth double coat, they thrive in active homes and require regular exercise. While they bond closely with their owners, they can be territorial and require early socialization.

High-motion routinePatient training plan

90 min/day

3/53/5

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Rampur Greyhound

SighthoundUncommonIndia

AffectionateBrave

The Rampur Greyhound is a medium-large sighthound from India, known for its hunting prowess and loyal companionship. With a strong build and affectionate nature, they thrive in active households.

Child-friendly fitLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

Silken Windhound

SighthoundUncommonUnited States

AffectionateElegant

The Silken Windhound is a rare, graceful sighthound known for its affectionate nature and athletic abilities. Ideal for families and active owners.

Family-home friendlyLighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

60 min/day

5/54/5

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Taigan

SighthoundUncommonKyrgyzstan

AlertEnergetic

The Taigan is a unique sighthound from Kyrgyzstan, known for its agility, loyalty, and hunting prowess. With a striking appearance and a rich cultural heritage, this breed thrives on physical activity and mental challenges, making it an ideal companion for active families.

Lighter cleanupHigh-motion routine

90 min/day

4/55/5

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What to compare within sighthound breeds

Breeds in the same group can still feel very different in daily life. Use the filters and detail pages to compare energy, family fit, coat upkeep, and how much structure each breed usually needs.

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