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Longdog

type of sighthound

Photo · Wikipedia FR (CC BY-SA)

Weight

5–30 kg

Size

Medium

Lifespan

11–14 ans

Energy

Élevé

Maintenance

Moyen

Training

Très élevé

A Longdog (also spelled long-dog or long dog) designates a dog resulting from a cross between two sighthounds of different breeds where one of them is often a greyhound. This cross does not designate a specific breed. The dogs are of variable size and their type is longilineal, the coat can be long, short or hard. It is distinguished from the lurcher which designates the cross between a sighthound and a working dog, most often a terrier or a herding dog.

Profile

At a glance

Energy

Élevé

Trainability

Très élevé

Maintenance

Modéré

Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.

⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds

L'essentiel

  • 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
  • 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
  • 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for balance.
  • 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.

What if you adopted your future companion?

The Longdog of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of longdog (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.

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Âge

What human age for a longdog ?

The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.

3 years
Birth22 years
Adult size

10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.

Equivalent human age

29years

Adulte

Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.

Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.

These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.

Alert

To avoid for dog

Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.

  • low-fat cocoa powderModerate
  • maltitolModerate
  • cocoa pasteModerate
  • onion piecesModerate

Calculator · daily ration

How much to give a longdog ?

Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.

18 kg
5 kg33 kg
Moderate

Result

221 g

per day · 839 kcal

111 g / repas (2 par jour)

Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Longdog

Is the Longdog suitable for apartment living?+
It depends on the individual: their size requires space and exercise, as long as you meet their exercise needs.
How much exercise per day for a Longdog?+
Plan for about 1 hour of daily exercise — brisk walks, play, or canine sports.
What is the life expectancy of a Longdog?+
Between 11 and 14 years on average. Appropriate diet, regular veterinary follow-up and exercise contribute to a longer life.
Is the Longdog good with children?+
To be assessed by individual: early socialization and mutual respect are key. Never leave a young child alone with an animal, regardless of breed.

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Sources & official links

Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.

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