Fastest Dog Breeds In The World

In general, dogs of all breeds and sizes can be trained to become good runners, however there are certain breeds that are gifted with natural athleticism and are enthusiastic about extended physical activities

 

Often considered the perfect running partner for humans, when it comes to animals, almost all dogs are game about putting in the distance. In general, dogs of all breeds and sizes can be trained to become good runners, however there are certain breeds who are gifted with natural athleticism and are enthusiastic about extended physical activities. These fast-paced dogs are generally seen in competitive racing or used for hunting and chasing.

 

Greyhound

 

Top speed: 72 kilometres per hour (45 miles per hour)

Known as the ‘Ferrari of dogs’ for nothing, the greyhounds were at if built for racing. An Australian Greyhound has been officially recorded to even clock 81.27 Kmph (50.5 miles per hour).

Originally bred in Eastern Europe by the Celts, this — believe it or not, a mild-natured dog, was used for hunting and chasing down games. Interestingly, researchers have unearthed Egyptian tombs, dating back to 3000 BCE, depicting dogs similar to greyhounds.

 

With a lifespan of up to 13 years, a fully grown greyhound can weigh up to 40 kg and stand up to two feet tall.

 

Saluki

 

Top speed: 69 kilometres per hour (42.8 miles per hour)

Coming close in terms of speed are the salukis who originate from the Fertile Crescent, a boomerang-shaped region in the Middle East that is generally known as the cradle of civilization. But if it comes to stamina and endurance, this ancient breed can beat the greyhound owing to its padded feet that absorbs its body weight.

 

Afghan Hound

 

Top speed: 64.3 kilometres per hour (40 miles per hour)

Hailing from Afghanistan as the name suggests, they are one of the best runners in the line of dogs. Closely resembling the salukis, the Afghan hound also has a good endurance capacity, bearing all the characteristics to help them survive and thrive in the cold mountainous regions.

 

Vizsla

 

Top speed: 64 kilometres per hour (40 miles per hour)

With its name denoting ‘searcher’ or ‘tracker’ in Hungarian, their native tongue, the Magyar Vizsla or Smooth-Haired Vizsla make good sporting dogs and loyal companions.

These energetic, pointer-retriever breeds are mostly seen to accompany hunters during their trips.

 

Jack-Russell Terrier

 

Top speed: 61 kilometres per hour (37.9 miles per hour)

Smallish they may be, but this breed, which emerged from English fox-hunting, is sturdy and frisky. Deriving from the English White Terrier, which is now extinct, their modern disposition can be traced back to 1795.

Typically, white-bodied as they needed to stand out from the game, they can also be piebald or broken-coated with black or tan.