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How fast can a dog run?

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While wolves top out at about 38 mph, and can maintain this speed only for short distances, some dogs run up to 20 percent faster than, and can maintain such a pace for relatively long distances. read more

Descending from some of the greatest runners on the planet, many domestic dog breeds can run even faster than their wolf ancestors. While wolves top out at about 38 mph, and can maintain this speed only for short distances, some dogs run up to 20 percent faster than, and can maintain such a pace for relatively long distances. read more

Border Collies can run as fast as 30MPH. #9 – Whippet. Whippets are sighthounds and used to hunt very fast prey. They can run up to 35MPH and are also used in racing. #10 – Saluki. These beautiful dogs look like coated Greyhounds, and they are also in the sighthound group. read more

On average, dogs run about 19 miles per hour. Although breeds vary tremendously, many types of dogs run much faster. Greyhounds run 45 miles per hour, and the Saluki runs even faster in short, 1/2 mile distances. read more

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