Long Dog Tales
Life, love and long noses.
The quirks, the care and the 3am screams. Real stories and useful guides from owners who've lost the sofa, the bed and most arguments to a sighthound. Pick a category or just have a wander. There's no wrong way in, and no one's keeping score. Except the hound.
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The Greyhound Scream of Death
A caught claw, a damp leaf and suddenly your house sounds like a horror film. Nobody's dying. Here's why sighthounds are so dramatic, and how to tell theatre from a real injury.
BehaviourReader favourite12 February 2026 · 5 min read
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The First Week With Your Greyhound
Wall staring, skipped dinners and a shadow in the bathroom. A new greyhound's first week is strange and wonderful. Here's what's normal and what to keep boring.
I'm New to Dogs, Never Mind Greyhounds
Never had a dog? Starting with a greyhound is a good idea. Here's why they suit beginners, what to sort first and why the sofa's no longer yours.
H is for Homes
The forms are the easy part. Nobody mentions the midnight doubts or a new dog standing in your kitchen like a lost tourist. Here's the real story.
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