Magyar Agár

Hungarian Greyhound

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Summary

The Magyar Agár, also known as the Hungarian Greyhound, is a sighthound breed developed for hunting. It is known for its speed, endurance, and loyalty.

Origin and Purpose

Developed in Hungary as a hunting dog, primarily for coursing game such as hare and deer.

Appearance

Dimensions

Gender	Height	Weight
Female	26-28 inches (62-72 cm)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Male	27-30 inches (65-75 cm)	49-68 pounds (22-31 kg)

Coat

Attribute	Notes
Color	Various shades of brindle fawn black white and gray
Type	Short, dense, and coarse
Length	Short

Care

Attribute	Notes
Shedding	Moderate
Grooming	Low
Drooling	Low

Body

Attribute	Notes
Head	Long and wedge-shaped
Skull	Moderately broad
Ears	Medium-sized, rose or semi-pricked
Eyes	Dark, almond-shaped
Nose	Black
Muzzle	Strong and elongated
Teeth	Strong, with a scissor bite
Neck	Long, muscular, and slightly arched
Forequarters	Muscular and well-angulated
Fore Legs	Straight and strong
Hindquarters	Powerful and well-muscled
Hind Legs	Straight and strong
Feet	Arched and well-knuckled
Tail	Long, tapering, and carried low
Gait	Light, agile, and with long strides

Temperament

Intelligent, loyal, and independent; can be reserved with strangers, but affectionate with family.

Social

Attribute	Notes
Affectionate with Family	High
Good with Children	Good with older, respectful children
Good with Dogs	Good with other dogs, especially if socialized early
Good with Cats	May not be good with cats unless raised with them
Openness to Strangers	Reserved
Playfulness Level	Moderate
Protective Nature	Moderate
Adaptability Level	Moderate

Working Roles

Coursing
hunting

Exercise Needs

High; requires daily vigorous exercise

Health

Generally healthy; can be prone to certain conditions such as bloat

Additional Notes

The Magyar Agár is a sighthound known for its speed and endurance. They are less sensitive than other sighthounds and require a firm but gentle training approach.

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