  Italian Greyhound
Italian Greyhound
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| group: toy/
sighthound |
height: 12.5-15"
/ 30.48-38.1 cm |
| types: |
weight: 5.5-10
lbs/ 2.49-4.52 kg |
| colors: |
any
color or combination of black, blue, red, fawn, cream.
brindle, black and tan (not preferred) |
| physical traits: |
diminuitive, sleek, elegant,
slender, clean appearance. resembles smaller version of Greyhound |
| hair type: |
short, smooth, shiny any
color or combination |
personality/
temperament: |
sensitive, alert, playful,
affectionate, gentle, fun-loving, charming, discerning, retiring,
bashful, determined, obedient, 'catlike' |
maintenance/
special needs:
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low, affected by harsh
words, rarely sheds, practically odorless, keep teeth clean,
exercise, keep from cold, can't live outdoors, easy to train,
requires a tall fence - 'escape artists' |
| nickname: |
Piccolo Levriero Italiano,
Piccolo Levrien Italiani |
| origination: |
Egypt, then Ancient Rome |
| bred for: |
royalty |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
indoor life, other pets,
companionship, warmer weather |
| good with kids? |
yes, older children, younger
children might play too rough |
| life expectancy: |
13-14 yrs |
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| kennel clubs: |
akc,
saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(short haired sighthounds
dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc |
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