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# The Polish Greyhound: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Poland
A large, powerful sighthound, reserved and hardy, built for running and life in the open air.
Size LargeLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €140/monthPuppy €600 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 2](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-polish-greyhound) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=polish-greyhound)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Athletic endurance: It combines speed, power and stamina for chasing activities and long outings.
- Easy maintenance: Its short coat requires little daily care apart from regular brushing.
- Calm at home: When it has had enough exercise, it generally knows how to remain calm in its family environment.
- Strong hunting instinct: He may suddenly take off in pursuit, which makes off-leash freedom in unsecured areas difficult.
- Need for space: A life that is too confined or too sedentary is not well suited to this large active sighthound.
- Training sensitivity: He does not tolerate harshness well and requires consistent, gentle, experienced handling.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: It is suitable for people able to offer long regular outings and real availability.
- House with secure land: A spacious, well-fenced setting makes its daily management and well-being easier.
- Fans of rustic sighthounds: Its reserved temperament and powerful build appeal to households drawn to a sporty dog that is calm at home.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary lifestyle: He suffers from a lack of activity and a lifestyle that is too monotonous or not very available.
- Apartment without real exercise: A small home without long and frequent outings does not meet his needs.
- Households with unsecured small animals: His chasing instinct can make certain cohabitations delicate without rigorous management.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
74 cmPolish Greyhound
- Height at the withers
- 68–80 cm
- Weight
- 40–50 kg
- Coat
- Short, harsh and supple
- FCI group
- 10
- Origin
- Poland
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Polish Greyhound in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Polish Greyhound, also called Chart Polski, is an ancient breed present in Poland for several centuries, probably derived from Asian sighthounds of the Saluki type with later contributions from Borzoi and Greyhound. Used for pursuing game over vast territories, it has retained a powerful and hardy build. The FCI recognized it on a provisional basis in 1989 and then definitively in 2001.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Polish Greyhound is a large athletic dog, solidly built, with a strong bone structure and well-developed musculature without heaviness. Its head is long and powerful, its neck muscular, its chest deep and its topline slightly arched over the loin. Its coat is short, firm and supple to the touch, sometimes a little longer at the withers, on the back of the thighs and under the tail.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Confident, courageous and rather reserved, the Polish Greyhound is calm in the house while remaining very responsive outside. He is independent without being unsociable and retains a strong chasing instinct. Attached to his home, he is generally neither exuberant nor demonstrative, but develops a strong bond with those close to him.
Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, this dog appreciates space, long outings and the possibility to really exert itself safely. It can live calmly at home after the effort, but tolerates poorly a life that is too confined or monotonous. Its hunting instinct requires vigilance outdoors, especially in the presence of small game or in unfenced areas.
Training
## Training and socialization
Training must start early with a recall worked on patiently, careful socialization and consistent methods. The Polish Greyhound is sensitive to harsh approaches, to which it responds poorly, whereas it progresses better with positive reinforcement, calm and measured firmness. Managing the chase instinct is part of the educational priorities.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Polish Greyhound
The purchase price varies depending on the lineage, the reputation of the kennel, compliance with the standard and the rarity of the breed. For such a confidential dog, the quality of selection, early socialization and health screenings of breeding dogs matter more than an overly low entry-level price.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/polish-greyhound/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Polish Greyhound is considered a generally robust, solid and hardy dog. Like many large athletic dogs, it nevertheless deserves careful monitoring of the joints, digestion and eyes, with a lifestyle adapted to its morphology and activity level.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/polish-greyhound/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Polish Greyhound needs a complete, high-quality diet, formulated for a large active dog and adjusted to its age, body condition and activity level. The daily ration is best kept stable and well digested rather than too rich or given irregularly.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/polish-greyhound/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The name Chart Polski is still widely used outside France. Contrary to the very slender image associated with certain sighthounds, this breed stands out for a more powerful and rustic build, shaped by hunting on demanding terrain. All coat colours are accepted by the standard.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Polish Greyhound
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Polish Greyhound live in an apartment?
This is generally not the most suitable setting for him. He needs space, long outings, and regular access to an environment where he can exercise properly.
### Is the Polish Greyhound easy to train?
His training is manageable provided that you are consistent, patient, and respectful of his sensitivity. Recall and managing the chasing instinct, however, require a real commitment.
### Is the Polish Greyhound suitable for a household with children?
He can live with respectful children, especially if he is well socialized, but his large size and reserved temperament always call for supervising interactions.
## Find a Polish Greyhound breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Polish Greyhound breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Polish Greyhound breeders by country
[2 breeders of Polish Greyhound in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-polish-greyhound/italy)
[All breeders of Polish Greyhound in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-polish-greyhound)
## Ready to welcome a Polish Greyhound?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-polish-greyhound)
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