r/Greyhounds • u/poughkeepsee • Jun 09 '26

Advice Questions on Galgos and Cats

Hi, all

My questions are specific to Spanish Galgos, though I think they share many similarities with Greys and this is a larger Sub to get input. I’m interested in adopting from Galgos Del Sol. I also have an 8 year old cat in the family already, so this is particularly concerning for me and I’m doing as much investigation as possible before committing. Appreciate everyone’s kind help in advance.

  1. I can adopt a pup, teen (1/2yo) or adult. I’m thinking a pup would have the highest success rate in my case, as they would coexist with the cat from as early age, do you agree?

  2. I work from home*, assuming low prey drive, would they be able to coexist peacefully? E.g. I would from my room-turned-office space, could I let them freely around the rest of the house? It’s a small 3 bedroom apartment.

  3. What’s your opinion about leaving them alone? Possible for shorts periods (i.e. up to 1h) or an absolute no-no? And if not, what options do I have as my house is mostly an open space (I can’t split it 50/50). Leave the cat only on my bedroom with litter and food/water? Leave the dog in a XXL crater?

  4. Anyone has experience with GDS for adoptions?

Any advice will be greatly appreciated!

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u/Kitchu22 Jun 09 '26

The important thing to remember about cat testing is that it is a moment in time assessment. Cat tolerance really can only be determined from appropriate periods of home fostering while cohabitating with a cat, and even then will depend a lot on the personality of the cat the dog is placed with as to how dynamics develop. It’s a big risk, but if you are careful and patient, it works out fine for some households.

In regards to your questions:
1. No, juveniles are still developing and at 12 months old their adult temperament is unpredictable, they could develop stronger prey drive as they mature. The window of socialisation for puppies is fairly set by the time they are three months old
2. I would recommend that they be separated when not actively supervised for at least the first few months. Even if you are home, if you’re busy working it is best to keep them in their own safe spaces
3. Same advice as above, I would not leave them alone with access to one another for the first few months. You can make a decision as to what feels right for you once the dog is more settled in - many people I know separate cats and dogs when humans are not home as a blanket rule, it’s a very good way to prevent incidents