Greyhounds Pet Insurance

Why Greyhounds Pet Insurance Is Important

Hereditary illnesses are rare in Greyhounds; canines in this breed are typically healthy but they are still prone to certain health problems. Some of the most common health problems with Greyhounds include osteosarcoma, bloat, and esophageal achalasia.

Besides, the cost of veterinary care and treatment is on the increase, thanks to the advancement in veterinary medicine. Most medical conditions will cost thousands of dollars in veterinary care and treatment and it could be difficult for most Canadian pet owners to pay vet bills out of pocket.

Rather than forking over thousands of dollars to pay vet bills, you could take out Greyhounds pet insurance to get relevant assistance in taking care of pet-related medical expenses. This will not just protect your pet but it will also protect your finances.

Here is a list of common sicknesses Greyhounds might develop:

• Anesthesia sensitivity
• Hypothyroidism
• Osteosarcoma
• Gastric torsion or bloat
• Esophageal achalasia, etc.

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Greyhounds Pet Insurance Statistics

Origin: Europe/Eurasia

Average height: 28 - 30 inches (male), 27 - 28 inches (female)

Average weight: 65 - 70 pounds (male), 60 - 65 pounds (female)

Life expectancy: 10 - 13 years

Dog Breed Group: Hound Group

Exercise Requirements: 20 - 40 minutes per day

Temperament: Independent, Noble, Gentle, Docile, Lazy, Calm, Easy-Going.

Health: They are healthy overall but prone to conditions like anesthesia sensitivity, osteosarcoma, hypothyroidism, gastric torsion, esophageal achalasia, etc.

Colors: Brindle, White, Black, Fawn, Red, Blue

Tendency to Bark: Low

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Greyhounds Pet Insurance News

A Greyhound called Sniffing Out was recently tested positive of cocaine. Meanwhile, British Sports Chiefs say there has been a surge in the number of race dogs testing positive of cocaine.

Official documents show that the class A drug was discovered in the urine and hair samples of four greyhounds last year. This has raised concern that enough is not done to protect animals from the effects of doping.

Trainers could give their animals cocaine to make them run faster and be hyperactive. This gives them an advantage in racing, however, it could cause heart attacks, deadly seizures, tremors and panting.

The level of cocaine discovered in Sniffing Out shows that the Greyhound must have been exposed to the class A drug over several days or for a short time depending on the dose.

The owner, Trainer Luke Bird, was severely reprimanded and fined £500. Also, after a greyhound, Gurtmullen Lucy tested positive for cocaine at Shawfield stadium, the trainer Andrew Meek was disqualified indefinitely.

“Greyhound welfare and safety is at the heart of everything we do. Every racing greyhound is tested with care and respect throughout its career”, the board says.

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