![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/im-a-dog-expert-heres-the-breed-that-always-gets-left-behind/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/newspress-collage-23777460-1693781981001.jpg&description=SWEET PETS Published : 0:01, 4 Sep 2023 Updated : 0:07, 4 Sep 2023 A DOG expert has revealed the breed that always gets left behind at shelters due to a string of "misconceptions". Alex Hennessey, a manager at Dogs Trust Darlington, explained that lurchers are often overlooked by people looking to adopt a pet. 2 The Dogs Trust manager says the breed are often overlooked by potential adopters Credit: Getty 2 The charity's Darlington branch have eight Lurchers looking for their forever home Credit: Dogs Trust Lurchers are sighthounds, such as Greyhounds, Whippets or Salukis, that have been crossed with herding or terrier breeds. They are typically tall, athletic and adventurous, but are known to be quiet in comparison to their more confident counterparts. Due to being crossbred, the pups vary in size, hair length and colour - meaning each one is unique. But Lurchers are well known for their intelligence, deep chests and loyalty to their owner, making them the perfect addition to a family. However, Alex says the breed often "spend longer in our care" than other hounds, as people think they are too much of a challenge. But the canine connoisseur is on a mission to bust the myths surrounding Lurchers that discourage potential dog owners. He described them as being "trustworthy and gentle", allowing them to form very strong bonds with their human carer. As well as this, Alex said they are "renowned for being affectionate, so will bring a lot of love to their owner's lives." The Dogs Trust worker says people are put off adopting the pooches as they believe they are a high-maintenance breed. The welfare charity's Darlington branch currently has eight Lurchers in their care desperately waiting for their forever home. Alex wants Brits to find out more about the adorable dogs in the hopes of encouraging prospective owners to take a chance on them. He told Chronicle Live : "Lurchers tend to spend longer in our care than other breeds and are often overlooked. "So, it's important){kind=link}
A DOG expert has revealed the breed that always gets left behind at shelters due to a string of “misconceptions”.
Alex Hennessey, a manager at Dogs Trust Darlington, explained that lurchers are often overlooked by people looking to adopt a pet.
Lurchers are sighthounds, such as Greyhounds, Whippets or Salukis, that have been crossed with herding or terrier breeds.
They are typically tall, athletic and adventurous, but are known to be quiet in comparison to their more confident counterparts.
Due to being crossbred, the pups vary in size, hair length and colour – meaning each one is unique.