Italian Greyhound

The Italian Greyhound is a miniature sighthound with ancient roots, likely developed over 2,000 years ago in regions around the Mediterranean. These tiny hounds appear in Renaissance artwork, treasured by European nobility. Standing 13-15 inches tall and weighing just 7-14 pounds, Italian Greyhounds are the smallest of the sighthound family.

They have elegant, refined builds with long, slender legs, deep, narrow chests, and arched backs. Italian Greyhounds have smooth, fine coats requiring minimal grooming, coming in various colors including gray, fawn, red, blue, cream, white, or combinations. Their most distinctive features include extremely slender builds, elegant, long necks, and small, delicate heads with rose-shaped ears.

They have large, dark, expressive eyes conveying sensitivity. These miniature greyhounds have high-set, thin tails that curve slightly. Their movement is high-stepping and elegant with considerable speed for their size.

Italian Greyhounds are athletic and can run up to 25 mph despite tiny size. They're remarkably fragile with thin bones that break easily, requiring careful handling. These elegant dogs are clean and cat-like, often reluctant to go outside in bad weather.

Despite appearing delicate, they're playful and energetic.