Greyhound Price: How Much Do They Cost in 2026?

Complete cost breakdown for the Greyhound including purchase price, first-year costs, and ongoing monthly expenses.

Puppy Price

$800–$1500

First Year Cost

$4,187

Monthly Cost

$179

Greyhound Price Overview

Retired racers can be adopted for $200 to $400; puppies from show breeders cost $1,500 to $3,000.. The wide range reflects breeder quality, lineage, and location.

Total first-year costs (purchase + supplies + vet + food) average $4,187. Plan for about $179 per month in ongoing expenses after the first year.

Price Breakdown

Pet-quality puppy	$800–$1150
Show-quality puppy	$1150–$1500
Adoption/rescue	$$150–$400

Ongoing Costs

Food (monthly)	$65–99
Grooming (monthly)	$42–98
Vet visits (annual)	$345–717
Insurance (monthly)	$37–64
Supplies (annual)	$297–422

Price by Color/Type

Standard colors	$800–$1500
Rare colors	$1800–$2250

Where to Buy a Greyhound

Finding a well-bred Greyhound (budget $800–$1500):

Breed club breeders: Members who follow a code of ethics and perform health testing including screening for Osteosarcoma
Breed rescue: Many purebred Greyhounds are available through rescue at $150–$500
AKC Marketplace: A starting point for finding registered Greyhound breeders

Red flags include sellers with no health clearances for Osteosarcoma or Bloat, multiple breeds available, or pressure to buy quickly. Always visit the breeder, meet at least one parent, and verify health documentation.

Scam Warning

Protect yourself when buying a Greyhound: be wary of prices far below $800–$1500, sellers who only communicate online, requests for untraceable payment methods, and listings with professional photos but no breeder information. A legitimate Greyhound breeder will show you health clearances for Osteosarcoma and invite you to meet the parents, both of whom should weigh 60–70 lbs and match breed standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2026 price range for a Greyhound is $800–$1500. Retired racers can be adopted for $200 to $400; puppies from show breeders cost $1,500 to $3,000..

The $800–$1500 price reflects comprehensive health testing ($700+ per parent), quality nutrition, veterinary care, and proper socialization. Retired racers can be adopted for $200 to $400; puppies from show breeders cost $1,500 to $3,000..

Yes. Greyhound rescue organizations and shelters sometimes have dogs available for $150–$500. Since the Greyhound is ranked #100 in AKC popularity, finding one in rescue may require patience and a wider geographic search. Check the national breed club's rescue network and Petfinder.

Budget approximately $179/month for a Greyhound: food ($65–99/month for a 60–70 lb dog), grooming ($42–98/month for their short and smooth coat), insurance ($37–64/month), and supplies. Annual vet costs of $345–717 cover routine care and breed-specific screening for conditions like Osteosarcoma.

For the right owner, a Greyhound provides 10–13 years of companionship. The world's fastest couch potato who can sprint at 45 mph but would genuinely prefer to sleep 18 hours a day on your sofa.. The $800–$1500 purchase price is a small fraction of the estimated $4,187 first-year cost and $179/month ongoing expenses.