Galgo Espanol vs Lurcher
Compare the Galgo Espanol to the Lurcher. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Galgo Espanols and Lurchers.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both the Galgo Espanol and Lurcher are good choices for new or inexperienced owners.
- Children - Both the Galgo Espanol and Lurcher are great with children.
- Grooming - Both the Galgo Espanol and Lurcher are very low maintenance and easy to groom.
- Barking - Both the Galgo Espanol or Lurcher will bark less frequently than most breeds.
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| Breed Name | Galgo Espanol | Lurcher |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 8-15 yrs. |
| Height | 23½-27½ in. | 22-28 in. |
| Weight | 50-60 lb | 55-55 lb |
| Intelligence | Average | Average |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Spain | Ireland |
| Origin Year | 600 BC | 1400 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | Yes | No |
| Indoor | No | Yes |
| Small Yard | No | No |
| Medium Yard | No | No |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 40°F to 80°F | 45°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Low-Medium | Medium |
| Exercise Required | Medium-High | Medium-High |
| Top Running Speed | 40 mph | 38 mph |
| Strength | Medium | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Low | Medium |
| Shedding | Medium | Low |
| Dander | Medium | Low |
| Drool Amount | None | Low |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Galgo Espanol | Lurcher |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | Yes | No |
| Average | Yes | Yes |
| Focused & Patient | No | No |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Average | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Average | Below Average |
| Chasing | High | High |
| Follow Commands | Average | Very Low |
| Fighting | Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | Average | Below Average |
| Herding | Average | Average |
| Hunting | High | High |
| Protection | Average | Below Average |
| Remove Vermin | Average | High |
| Sledding | Very Low | Very Low |
| Watch | Average | Below Average |
| Breed Name | Galgo Espanol | Lurcher |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 8-15 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Bloat | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Galgo Espanol | Lurcher |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | No |
| Hair | No | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Smooth Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Single Coat | No | Yes |
| Wire Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Rough | Yes | Yes |
| Scruffy | No | Yes |
| Shaggy | No | Yes |
| Wavy | No | Yes |
| Straight | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Medium | No | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Beige | Yes | No |
| Black | Yes | Yes |
| Cinnamon | Yes | No |
| Golden | Yes | Yes |
| Red | Yes | No |
| White | Yes | Yes |
| Yellow | Yes | No |
| Blonde | No | Yes |
| Blue | No | Yes |
| Brindle | No | Yes |
| Fawn | No | Yes |
| Grey | No | Yes |
| Tan | No | Yes |