Lurcher Puppies for Sale in Essex
One of the busiest counties in the UK for pet listings. A Lurcher is a sighthound crossed with a working breed — usually Greyhound or Saluki with a collie or terrier. Quiet at home, blisteringly fast outside.
Quick answer
How much do Lurcher puppies cost in Essex?
Lurcher puppies typically cost £200–£900 (many available through rescue) in Essex. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Lurchers live around 12–15 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £200–£900 (many available through rescue)
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
- Size
- Varies widely (50–75cm)
- Exercise
- 60 minutes with a chance to run
Live Lurcher listings in Essex
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Buying a Lurcher in Essex
Lurcher adverts in Essex come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £200–£900 (many available through rescue), and demand in and around Essex means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on Essex adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, puppies must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near Essex.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in Essex.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Lurcher adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of Essex instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £200–£900 (many available through rescue) purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in Essex are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in Essex.
About the Lurcher
Temperament
Gentle, quiet, independent
Size
Varies widely (50–75cm)
Lifespan
12–15 years
Exercise needs
60 minutes with a chance to run
Grooming
Low
Best suited to
Families, rural homes
What to know before buying a Lurcher in Essex
- •Very often available from rescue at low cost
- •High prey drive — secure fencing essential
- •Sleeps most of the day given one good run
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Lurcher buying questions
How much do Lurcher puppies cost in the UK?+
Lurcher puppies typically sell for £200–£900 (many available through rescue) in the UK. Prices move with health testing, Kennel Club registration, pedigree lines and location. Vaccinations, microchipping, worming and a vet check should all be included in the price.
What should I ask a Lurcher breeder before buying?+
Ask to see the puppy with its mother in the home where it was bred, request health test certificates for both parents, confirm the microchip is registered and the first vaccination is done, and check the breeder holds a council licence if they breed regularly. Never pay a deposit before visiting in person.
Is a Lurcher a good family pet?+
Lurchers suit families who can meet their exercise, training and grooming needs. Match the breed to your home, your daily routine and the age of your children rather than to looks alone.
Where can I find Lurcher puppies for sale near me?+
Browse the live Lurcher adverts on this page, then filter by county or town. Adverts come from licensed breeders, private sellers and rescues, and sellers on PetTrader are asked to complete a photo-ID check — look for the Verified badge.
What age can a Lurcher puppy legally leave its mother?+
Under Lucy's Law it is illegal in England to sell a puppy under 8 weeks old, and puppies must be sold by the breeder from the place they were born, with the mother present. Walk away from any seller who will not show you the mother.
Are there Lurcher puppies for sale in Essex right now?+
Live Lurcher listings in Essex are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Lurcher near Essex?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Lurcher sellers in Essex checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in Essex to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.