In most cases, there's something about the “great outdoors” that can change a cat safe greyhound's prey drive in a heartbeat. The most cat safe greyhound inside the house can become a very determined hunter in the backyard. ... Being chased down and killed by a greyhound must be a violent death for a cat.

Are greyhounds safe with cats?

Due to a greyhound's speed, they are capable of actually catching them. ... With careful positive training many greyhounds can live quite happily with cats and other small domestic pets.

Are greyhounds aggressive to cats?

Greyhounds are very individual in their behaviour when it comes to cats, and some will either want to chase them and will never be able to live with a cat; some can learn with training; and others can be playful (in a good way) or even fearful of the cat. ... They should be on a secure lead, and wear a cat safe muzzle.