Greyhound Colors & Coat Guide

All recognized Greyhound colors, coat types, genetics, and how color can impact pricing and health.

Greyhound Colors Overview

Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color.. The breed standard defines which colors are acceptable for competition.

Prospective owners should understand that color has no bearing on a dog's temperament or health (with rare exceptions linked to specific color genes). Choose a Greyhound based on health, temperament, and breeder quality—not color alone.

Recognized Colors

Fawn Standard

Black Standard

Blue Standard

Brindle Standard

White Standard

Red Standard

White and Brindle Standard

Color & Price Impact

Standard colors	Normal pricing ($800–$1500)
Rare/unusual colors	Premium pricing (+$450–$750)

Coat Genetics

The Greyhound's coat color is the product of several interacting genes. Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color..

Modern DNA testing panels can identify a dog's genotype at key color loci, allowing breeders to predict puppy colors and avoid producing colors linked to health issues (such as double merle).

Rare vs Standard Colors

Among Greyhounds, the standard colors (Fawn, Black, Blue, Brindle, White, Red, White and Brindle) are most common. With 7 recognized colors, variety exists even within the standard palette. Buyers should be cautious—extremely rare colors can sometimes be associated with health issues or may indicate crossbreeding.

Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color..

Do Greyhound Colors Change with Age?

As your Greyhound puppy matures toward its adult weight of 60–70 lbs, expect their coat to change too. Most puppies undergo a coat transition between 4 and 12 months that can alter color depth, pattern visibility, and overall appearance. Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color..

Controversial Colors

In the Greyhound world, so-called 'rare' colors can be controversial. The breed standard recognizes colors like Fawn, Black, Blue, Brindle, White, Red, White and Brindle, and deviations may involve genes associated with health problems. Breeders who focus on color over health may cut corners on testing for Osteosarcoma and Bloat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard Greyhound colors include Fawn, Black, Blue, Brindle. Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color..

Rarity depends on genetics. Non-standard colors may be less common but should not be prioritized over health and temperament. Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color..

Yes, many Greyhound puppies experience color changes between 4 and 12 months as the puppy coat transitions to the adult coat. Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color.. Standard colors like Fawn, Black, Blue, Brindle are generally stable by 12 months.

For the Greyhound, standard colors have no known health associations. Some non-standard colors in certain breeds can be linked to deafness, eye problems, or skin sensitivity. Over 30 recognized color combinations exist; the brindle pattern creates distinctive tiger-like stripes over any base color..

Standard colors like Fawn, Black, Blue, Brindle are the most widely available for Greyhounds. The breed has a well-defined color standard with limited variation. Breed experts consistently advise choosing based on health testing and temperament rather than color preference.