Hes been awesome and has change our lives for the better immeasurably. Sign up to our daily newsletter here. I think our lad is a better mix, but the truth is you are never going to really know until you know. Lurchers are 'gaze hounds' meaning hunt by sight, rather than smell. Don't forget that there are also a lot of greyhounds who need good homes. So many people decided lockdown was the ideal time to get a puppy. Hes only 11 months old so has a bit of growing up to do, but hes shaping up to be an awesome hound. Longer walks at the weekend 5-10 miles and occasional single track rides but both are getting older so we ration the rides and keep them to 8-10 miles. Happily I have watched many of the dog rescue programmes and some of the staffies are considered safe enough to be re-homed and go on to make life-long companions. It cant be off the lead much but is a lovely dog nonetheless. Bull crosses are bred used for big game,ie foxes and badgers. My son and his wife were bitten, requiring hospital treatment. He will flew the garden on his own if we let him, run over the road to the woods to chase badgers and only come back when he is good and ready. Ive got an 11 year old Beddy x Greyhound that likes a lot of exercise and also is quite happy snoozing away.Shes also very happy left at home to the point where sometimes you feel like youre interrupting her snoozing when you come home. and she only makes a noise when shes feeling playful. I urge you to find out the background of any dog you adopt. They look stocky, not very agile and a bit fearsome..I wouldn't want to try and get a rabbit off one! Itll get 40-60 minutes each evening and a quick 15/20 minutes in the morning and lunchtime, and well go for a proper walk for a few hours a couple of times a month. Sorry to hear about Nelson. This topic has 31 replies, 23 voices, and was last updated. She loved playing with other dogs and would run herself into the ground chasing our dog walkers dog who was much younger. My lovely neighbours have a lovely Staffie, who has never been any bother with the dogs who live nearby, including mine. After the sad demise of dear (very) old Nelson in September, well be getting a new dog in the New Year. Staffies can be lovely dogs but as one tried to kill my whippet recently theyre not on my favourite breeds list. Any dog is a gamble with children, but if you know something of its history and the parentage, you lessen the odds.Good luck with your search. Dont like cats but fine with our ferrets. Some staffies do end up in the wrong hands which is so sad for the dog. we have a collie lurcher and although very old now at 16 has never been lazy or especially docile. ive just been offered a staffy x lurcher 6 week old pup, Can't advise on the breeds I'm afraid, as I dont have experience of either but just wanted to say that 6 weeks is too young for a puppy to be separated from its mum and littermates. I agree 3nanny6 they are great dogs, unfortunately quite a lot of owners are not good. The rescue dogs have often had very nasty owners and could be more trouble than they are worth. It must happen, I heard of a bull mastiff X newfoundland who was huge because of vigour from the two breeds? They have been the best dogs I have ever owned and all these people that demonize the staffie should have known mine over the years and would have a change of opinion. They are strong jawed.Lurchers are beautiful, usually gentle dogs. We managed to train her to heel, come and leave sheep alone but failed with sit. Beate Kubitz Classic Ride Print #117 Duddon Valley, Beate Kubitz Classic Ride Print #124 Isle Of Wight, Premier Partners for Singletrack issues & exclusive subscriber perks, Metcheck MTB Weather Forecasts At A Glance. Staffies are no more likely to savage you than any other breed, they just do a more effective job of it, like most large strong breeds would. If you want quality service for your car with a more personal and friendly atmosphere, you have found it. Stay in touch with our newsletter. Was reading an article in The Field about lurcher 'breeds' and what goes into making the better ones. She is inadvertently hard on their home, as she runs around and swipes things off surfaces with her tail and wears out the carpet. Invariably its either an illegal breed or a Staffie when kids are attacked. will be happy on its own for a morning/afternoon and possibly a bit longer every so often. They expected a well-trained dog. Greyhounds are very good rescue dogs, need no more exercise than a normal dog and have really been through hell and back. Not exactly what you want in a lurcher at all TBH! discogran ask yourself why so many Staffies and Lurchers need new homes, as someone has said they really need to be puppies when you have them especially if you have youngsters around. It does help to hear different opinions on this. Shes a good-natured dog but is exuberant and very strong physically. My dog is a whippet lurcher and is the easiest dog I have eaver had. I agree Mealybug, dogs and young kids not to be left alone togerther. A friend rescued one from the sight hound charity. Cats. Great pets and they really deserve some love. I would say go and meet individual dogs and see what their personalities are and how theyd fit in with your lives theres definitely a rescue pupper out there for everyone . Lurchers are generally lovely dogs and from a temperament perspective rather like greyhounds, and similarly rather bone idle if left to their own devices. These are the dogs sadly who often end up in rescue centres. Just wants to lie next to you on the settee and be stroked. Lurchers every time for me. Not sure if his exact heritage but hes clearly got a lot of deerhound in him. My niece has a rescue Staffie. Contact UsPrivacyForum RulesClassifieds RulesLink RemovalLogin/cookie issues?Newsletter SettingsAdvertising, Viewing 32 posts - 1 through 32 (of 32 total). We only do the work that is needed to fix your problem. The above is true. Little dogs in general. Hes very fast running off road through long grass and uneven ground, My lurcher had a very, very high prey drive when I first got her- she had been used for coursing- but I managed to train her, as I have two cats, and now they are fine together-. Accra (Head office) -La Trade Fair 'T' Junction, Full Service of Automotive A/C Installation & Repairs, Accra Office, -La Trade Fair 'T' Junction. Komoot Trail View is Google Street View for yknow, trails! Not a specific breeding intent, but Staffordshire potters in small houses lived closely with their dog(s). This time were giving you the chance to win a pair of snazzy Shimano ME7 shoes courtesy of Freewheel. ive had a few and they are fine on long walks and are very friendly in the house. We have invested in all the latest specialist tools and diagnostic software that is specifically tailored for the software in your vehicle. ?seriously considering a rescue one next time. Theyre a popular dog with those who might perhaps be less inclinded to invest the effort that a dog really deserves and needs so you hear more sensationalism in the media. My sister had a lurcher who never lost her high prey urge, so again, couldn't be walked off lead.Its good that you are considering a rescue. Probably frightened of cows and horses. As a result of ill treatment they can be unpredictable and as they are so strong it makes handling difficult.I hope you have many more happy years with your Staffies. Not an expert but just got a lovely beagle/jack russel cross from a dog home, they had all sorts as well as the breeds you mentioned. Win a pair of Shimano ME7 shoes worth 180! He will be a hard act to follow.Friends of ours have labradors, cockerpoos and schnauzers, all lovely in their way, but I prefer a "heinzy". In his prime 30km bike days were no problem and he still wants to be out as much as possible. I love my two staffie dogs more than anything in the world.They are older now but I have had them since small puppies.They do not bother with other dogs too much these days although when younger they were good as gold and never have I had a days trouble with another dog owner. She requires very little for walkies although when she goes out is very gentle on the lead. Staffies can be lovely dogs and fantastic companions Discogran but I would say not for someone with no experience of the breed especially if you are thinking of a rescue. Lurchers have a strong instinct to hunt, this could be problematic. Hes also not allowed out due to his cat flu, but we also dont let the pedigrees out (had one that got run over) and they have a big cat run outside that they can get out into (so get outside). He also chases cats but is generally very intelligent and has full recall. The rescue is a real character, exceptionally smart (lived wild for 8 months before we got him), has no teeth now (cat flu), but loves the kittens he acts like big brother. Only problem with lurchers is they cut easily as they are so thin skinned. Often prey drive varies from indoors and outside too, many ex-racers go on to live with cats and learn to accept their little pack member they may still see wild rabbits/squirells or cats on walks as fair game or be totally uninterested.As its a young pup it should be easier to get it to accept the guinea pig but obviously with any dog its best not to leave them with access while unsupervised. Black labs. The problem (or good thing) about Lurchers is that there are so many different mixes and varieties that it depends on the individual dog. I have had two Staffies, both lovely dogs, the first one didnt like other dogs, the second one loved everything on gods green earth bar squirrels. She also jumps up onto you and her claws are rock hard! Ive known same breeds of dogs show such wildly different personality traits, its like they arent the same breed. Our free daily newsletter full of hot threads, competitions and discounts. She also had separation issues which resulted in some pricey destruction when I forgot to remove things from tables and kitchen surfaces. Never starts a fight. best of luck. I know both breeds and would advise a Staffie. He doesnt get left very often but will manage half a day ok. Definitely not a couch potato, its all about being out. They acn also be trusted with my horses and children and ferrets??? Soft as a brush around people. A Greyhound or a Lurcher without the terrier mix might not be as energetic, Weve got Albert the lurcher. We went a year dog-less before getting another (and in that time did voluntary dog walking at a local little rescue and got to know a few of the inmates) and that doggo that came to live with us was a so-called bull lurcher (greyhound x staffy with very possibly a bit of collie). Ive known a few bull whippets and they seem nice: seem to take on the best characteristics of both breeds. They make lovely pets but have a strong prey instinct and can be very loud when exited.If you go to a reputable Rescue Centre you will find lots of lovely gentle Staffies there. Much too big. I've had two fabulous poodle crosses, one of them came to me as a pup, from a reputable breeder. Good luck with your search, there are lots of great dogs looking for homes, I'm sure you will find one you can give a good home to. But too many dogs are not given the help and guidance needed so they can make the adaptations. JavaScript is disabled. The council rescue website had him listed as a bedlington cross though. We provide top notch maintenance service for all types of vehicles. Pluses: Friday dog thread; anyone got a staffy, a greyhound or a lurcher? Is great with people, but doesnt speak Dog very well so other dogs tend to think hes a bit much! [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]Also on twitter @sheliloki or Deviantart- sheenaberesford.deviantart.com. Our auto repair shop is capable of servicing a variety of models. Or she will walk further than me if shes asked. No aggression was tolerated towards people, especially children, so dogs that did, were dispatched. "I have taken several of the family cars here for the past several years and without exception the experiences have been outstanding. Lurchers typically sleep most of the time and don't demand to be petted/fed/ walked/ stimulated as much as most other sorts. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Both super obedient but that took a lot of work which was fun. Lurchers need experienced and fit owners. Shes something like an Alsatian-greyhound cross the physique of a greyhound with the ears and fur of a GSD. their coats almost always need professional grooming every 6 - 8 weeks.. Lurchers I dont really know anything about. Badgers. We are starting to think about having a rescue dog. This is Badger; half collie, half lurcher (with the lurcher being a greyhound/bull mastif/terrier mix we think). He was a rescue that we brought home nearly 7 years ago now. From an ownership point of view he has been very healthy his whole life only issue was a snapped tendon when he fell in a rabbit hole when sprinting after a rabbit, not uncommon for lurchers. Hmm we dont think bedlington. Have you had dogs in the past? My two will ignore anything thats around in the house ( had an old cat). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Vet seems to think our Loki is part staffy. Her coat is very low maintenance. He has the staffy "need to please" and the whippet speed. I must say he is the best behaved dog out off all four of mine. I know some lovely staffies, but hybrid vigour might make a cross more volatile? My next door neighbours stsffie not up for super long walks. I have a staffy x whippet. Absolutely loves people though, and is brilliant to have around. You must log in or register to reply here. I can understand the greyhound bit but why a Staffy, do you want a bit of strength cos there are plenty of other far better breeds/types you could use than one of those? Get our top conversations, latest advice, fantastic competitions, and more, straight to your inbox. A post shared by Rob Farmer (@docrobster) on Dec 15, 2018 at 4:06am PST. Missing everyday chatter? My little Border Terrier passed away last year and I took a chance on a 4yo rescue Border, she gets on brilliant with the Whippet and is a joy to have around. Really enjoying his company , Fill yer boots with this lot Dogs Galore. Sorry if that sounds a bit scathing, just puzzled! Definitely not safe around sheep or deer. Their second lab stayed with them. I'd add if only to protect the dog. The reason they end up there is not because of their behaviour at all, but they tend to be bought by the wrong people for the wrong reasons and when these morons realise that owning a dog means training it, feeding it, walking it and cleaning up after it (which they hadnt a clue about) they take the easy way out and dump it. I suppose a Staffie can knock you over too if you are an old woman like me. Lurchers are brilliant. Both were cool with cats. Suddenly last week it went for another neighbour's dog - blood was spilt.I assume you are a gran. A good rescue should be able to match you up with the dog that is right for you. Not having any experience with either of these breeds, I wonder if any gransnetters can help? He was a terrier cross from a rescue, we got him at 4/5 and he lived to be 14. Some breeds are easier to care for than others. He comes to work with us every day but is happy in his van space on his own. 100% trustworthy otherwise. I understand that they don't need a lot of exercise and have lovely natures.I hope you find a pet to suit you. Personally the staffy/sighthound mixtures i've seen appear to lose something in the cross. He looks gorgeous and strangers come up to us in the street to say how much they like him. Both respond well to commands, just takes consistency and time. It can be difficult to generalise about dogs in my experience. OH has not worked his lurchers for about 5 years now..however when he did.atleast 3 of the people he knew at the time had pit bull x greyhoundsthen put back to a greyhound 1/4 pit 3/4 greyhound.I can recall seeing one of them and it was built like a tank. I guess it depends what theyre mixed with regarding prey drive. He presented more of a challenge for training / temperament than any rescue dog I ever had.My rescues have all been great dogs, all mongrel/x breeds but its harder to find them these days. Looking on various sites there seems to be a lot of staffies and Lurchers. DiscoGranI Have a lurcher, a second one, from a puppy. I dont think a breed thats predisposed to attack other dogs can ever be trusted around small children. Well worth considering, very loving. We had a Stafford from puppy to when he died at 17, fantastic dog, great with people, kids and chickens, but an absolute bastard with other dogs. We probably will wait till the autumn, and where we live there are no shortage of rescue centres. And were thinking of keeping him. You are doing a great thing. Do you have one? Seems to want to wind up certain other breeds. Not a great deal of stamina but will take down anything it sees. But, they have been mixed with various bull breeds, many used as fighting or status dogs. When he meets another lurcher he is different. You hear good and bad about these breeds, don't you. (I would imagine they are make the end product hardier and less prone to serious injury(broken bones) those injuries u are going to get in the speed side of the mixi.e whippet, greyhound, saluki. The topic Friday dog thread; anyone got a staffy, a greyhound or a lurcher? is closed to new replies. Terrier instinct means he wants to chase everything but his recall is superb and his overwhelming desire to please means he obeys. Lurchers every time they are so gentle and loving dogs,visit a rescue a few times to get to know your dog before you take him/her home you will have a friend for life.Staffies I know a few who are lovely dogs but they have been with their owners since puppies older ones in kennels I wouldn't touch as you can not judge their temperaments 100%. I really agree that its difficult to generalise dog breeds. the shelters are full of lurchers, staffs and old German shepherds. Lurchers arent too good if they want a dog you can just let off a lead on walks but in the house and with people theyre wonderful: they come in all sizes and Id go for a smaller one. Reactive on a lead but we have horses so he has 7 acres of fenced yard for him to run around as he sees fit for at least 2 hours a day. Weve a Staffie X Boxer (along with a spaniel X Boxer) and I really love the cross hes daft as a brush like a Boxer, yet affectionate and protective like a Staff. There's a staffy cross who lives near me, a very handsome bitch. Youll just have to factor in the odd issue with rescue animals (we have cats as we are out all day). Think carefully about exercise, moulting and temperament. Its not all the owners. Happy with one decent walk a day plus a quick round the block. As with any rescue dog, I wouldn't leave them alone with children unless they were brought up with them or you can trust them completely. Weve got a moggie cat thats 12 years, a rescue thats 18 months and two pedigrees that are 6 months. How do staffies, greyhounds and lurchers measure up to that list? A 1/4 staffy sounds like a better idea though, I don't want a dog I can't handle! Registering is free, easy, and means you can join the discussion, watch threads and lots more. They can sense one of tgeur kind and will have a 20 minute chase with no danger of either dog getting g aggressive. We also had an American Bulldog great with other dogs but a bastard with people. She loves attention and my only complaint is that she can be a whinger for no reason. My vet loves them and all the staff and I often take them in to the surgery just to say hello. Friends have a much more greyhound/whippet based lurcher and that is a weapon. Sign up as a Singletrack Member and you can leave comments on stories, use the classified ads, and post in our forums, do quizzes and more. 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