It is extremely difficult to run away from a dog. Even a bulldog with his short legs can strain himself and show a speedy master class. Therefore, doing this is highly not recommended. And even the fastest hare cannot escape from these hounds, because they really develop racing speed! We invite you to take a look at the TOP 13 fastest dog breeds in the world in a very cool project by the British photographer “Fast & Curious”. Just look quickly, otherwise before you have time to blink, they will rush out of the frame!
By the way, if you are a dog lover, be sure to check out our recent post about the most popular dog breeds in different countries.
Italian Greyhound
Speed: 40.2 km/h
Cirneco del Etna
Speed: 55.7 km/h
Whippet
Speed: 56.3 km/h
Pharaoh Hound
Speed: 56.3 km/h
Weimaraner
Speed: 56.3 km/h
Spanish galgo
Speed: 59.5 km/h
Italian Shorthair Hound
Speed: 64 km/h
Hortaya Greyhound
Speed: 64 km/h
Afghan Hound
Speed: 64.3 km/h
Russian greyhound
Speed: 64.3 km/h
Slugi
Speed: 67.5 km/h
Saluki
Speed: 68.8 km/h
Greyhound
Speed: 72.4 km/h
Here comes the champion! Known for its incredible speed, this breed has a history dating back over 4,000 years. The unique body structure allows Greyhounds to reach speeds from 0 to 70 kilometers per hour in just a couple of moments, which is faster than most sports cars.