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The Italian Greyhound is a delicate looking dog that is like a miniature version of the greyhound. Despite being so small, it has the greyhound’s hunting instincts. Whilst the Italian Greyhound looks delicate, it is actually not as delicate as it looks. Having said that, when a puppy, its’ small, fine bones can be easily broken, especially with rough or careless playing.

The Italian Greyhound can be a timid dog, and is not likely to enjoy traffic, loud noise, other big dogs, strangers or crowds, unless they have been carefully introduced to him as a puppy. Fortunately, he can get all the exercise he needs running around a backyard. Because of his personality, he’s more suited to people without children, such as the elderly. He is easy to care for, and affectionate. He only needs a bath every so often, and must be dried off quickly afterwards as they feel the cold. Like greyhounds proper, they have little body fat.

The Italian Greyhound is a quiet, gentle dog, though he will let you know when someone is at the door. It is believed their name comes from the fact that they were a favorite of the Italian nobility a few centuries ago. They have actually been around much longer than that - in fact, they may have existed in ancient Egypt, 2000 years ago!