Name Italian Greyhound
Other names French: Petit Levrier Italiane, Italian: Piccolo Levriero Italiano, German: Italienisches Windspiel, Spanish: Galgo Italiano
Origin Italy
Breed Group Toy (AKC:1886)Companion Breeds (UKC)
Size Small
Type Purebred
Life span 12-15 years
Temperament AffectionateAgileAthleticCompanionableIntelligentMischievous
Height 12 - 15 inches (30 - 38 cm)
Weight 6 - 10 pounds (3 - 5 kg)
Colors BlackBlueBrownGrayRedWhiteYellow
Litter Size 2-4 puppies

The Italian Greyhound is a small breed of dog of the sighthound type, sometimes called the Italian for short, and nicknamed the "IG" or "Iggy".

Breed Characteristics ( points out of 5 )
Adaptability 5
Apartment Friendly 3
Barking Tendencies 3
Cat Friendly 3 stars
Child Friendly 1Not Good with Kids- In isolation, this dog breed might not be the best option for kids. However, to mitigate the risks, have the puppy grow up with kids and provide it with plenty of pleasant and relaxed experiences with them. This breed is also very friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers.
Dog Friendly 3
Exercise Needs 3
Health Issues 3
Hypoallergenic: Yes
Intelligence 3
Playfulness 2
Stranger Friendly 3
Trainability- Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful.
Watchdog Ability 3