The Italian Greyhound is a small and slender breed of dog that was originally bred for hunting small game. They are gentle, intelligent, and affectionate, and make excellent companion dogs.
Italian Greyhound
Also known as Piccolo Levriero Italiano, Italian Sighthound
Origin
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Mediterranean Basin
Group
- Toy
Lifespan
- 14–16 years
Size
- Height
- 33–38 cm
- Weight
- 3–5 kg
Coat
- Type
- smooth
- Length
- short
- Colours
- black, blue, grey (blue), isabella (fawn), red, cream, white markings, parti-color
Traits
- affectionate, playful, alert, intelligent, sensitive, reserved with strangers