A Lurcher dog looks into the camera's lens for a facial portrait.
(Photo Credit: Fiona McAllister Photography | Getty Images)

Lurcher

The Lurcher is a mixed dog created by intentionally breeding sighthounds like Greyhounds or Deerhounds with other dog breeds such as Terriers or Collies. This selective breeding results in dogs that combine the speed and agility of their sighthound ancestors with the intelligence and adaptability inherited…

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Hybrid Dog Breeds
Height
25-29 inches at the shoulder
Weight
50-85 pounds
Life Span
12-14 years
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