Cold Tolerance in Sighthounds (Lowest → Highest) Do you agree with this list?

Lowest Tolerance

Italian Greyhound – Very small with a very thin coat; loses body heat quickly.
Whippet – Light build and short coat; chills easily in cool or damp weather.
Greyhound – Very low body fat and thin skin; needs warmth in most cold conditions.

Low–Moderate

Saluki – Slight feathering offers minimal protection; still a warm-climate breed.
Chart Polski – More robust frame and slightly denser coat than many sighthounds, but still lean and not suited for long cold exposure.

Moderate

Borzoi – Longer coat provides reasonable insulation, though still sensitive to very cold or wet weather.
Irish Wolfhound – Large size helps a bit, but low body fat keeps cold tolerance moderate.
Scottish Deerhound – Rough, wiry coat offers decent protection, but still not a true cold-climate dog.

Highest Tolerance (for a sighthound)

Afghan Hound – Thick, long coat offers the most insulation in the group; still not a true arctic breed but handles cold best among sighthounds.

Source: Greyhound & Whippet Trust — “About Sighthounds”

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