Other names: Levrette d’Italie, Piccolo Levriero Italiano, Italian Greyhound
The Little Italian Greyhound is a small dog, of slender build, but with the elegance and distinction characteristic of Greyhounds. The gait of the Little Italian Greyhound is characterized by elastic, harmonious movements and a trot covering the ground well.
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 Hair type |
Short |
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 Origin |
Italy |
 Template |
Small |
 Head shape |
Long |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
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| Female | From 3 kg to 5 kg | From 32 cm to 38 cm |
| Male | From 3 kg to 5 kg | From 32 cm to 38 cm |
History of the breed
the Little Italian Greyhound descends from small stature among the ancient Greyhounds of ancient Egypt . Its ancestors first passed through Greece, more precisely Laconia, before being brought to the Italian peninsula around the 5th century BC It was especially during the Renaissance that the breed of the Little Italian Greyhound experienced its age of ‘gold with the nobility . It is not uncommon to find representations of this dog on paintings by masters of the time.
The race of Little Italian Greyhound was definitively recognized by the FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) on October 22, 1956. Its official FCI standard in force was published on November 13, 2015.
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Physical features
His hair: short, fine and silky in texture all over the body.
Its color: all shades of black, gray and isabelle (sand yellow / beige). White on the chest and feet is tolerated.
His head: elongated and rather narrow. The sides are rounded and the skull is fairly flat, its axis and that of the muzzle being parallel. The occiput is not prominent. The stop is only very lightly marked. The nose is dark in color, preferably black, and the nostrils well open. The muzzle is narrow and conical in shape. The books are thin and tight, the jaws arranged in scissors and the cheeks are thin.
His ears: set very high, small, thin, folded and carried back. When the dog is attentive, the base of the ear is erect and the lobe is held horizontal.
His eyes: large, rounded, dark in color and very expressive.
Its body: writable in a square, the height at the withers and the length being roughly equal. The neck is in the shape of a truncated cone and well muscled, the top line straight to the lumbar region which is slightly arched. The withers are well defined, the back straight and well muscled, the loins slightly curved, the sloping croup, broad and well muscled, the chest narrow and solid, but elegantly drawn with the ribs slightly arched.
Its tail: set low, thin even at its base and tapering even more towards the tip. Carried straight in its first half, then curved. Covered with a short hair.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
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| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
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| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
the Little Italian Greyhound is an alert dog, full of vitality, affectionate and docile . Attached to his master , he is endowed with a great sensitivity, while being quite reserved with regard to strangers.
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Education
| Clever | |
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| Obedient |
the Little Italian Greyhound demands an early and gentle education , without any form of brutality. Rewards and encouragement allow him to teach him, from an early age, the basic rules including the reminder which must be perfectly integrated. He also needs to benefit from quality socialization .
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
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| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
the Little Italian Greyhound adapts to all living environments as long as it benefits from sufficient activities.
Health
| Solid | |
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| Ease of gaining weight |
Although thin in construction, the Little Italian Greyhound is not a fragile dog . We will note all the same some predispositions to diseases in some subjects of this breed: epilepsy, dislocation of the patella, degeneration of the vitreous body, Von Willebrand’s disease, monorchidism.
Hypoallergenic breed
No
Litter size
Between 2 and 4 puppies
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Life expectancy
Minimum: 12 years old
Maximum: 14 years
The life expectancy of a Little Italian Greyhound is, on average, between 12 years and 14 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
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| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
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| Ease of grooming |
the Little Italian Greyhound is a dog that is easy to maintain and does not moult very much. Hair loss is therefore of reduced intensity.
It is recommended to brush the dog once a week using a soft boar bristle brush or a soft buffing glove. He does not need frequent baths ; it can be bathed only if necessary.
His ears should be examined frequently and cleaned with cotton soaked in an ear cleaner. Her teeth need to be brushed regularly to eliminate tartar build-up and the proliferation of bacteria. If they do not wear out naturally, its claws need to be cut. If you are new to this, it is recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian or groomer.
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Little Italian Greyhound is between 600 € and 1200 €.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of an Italian Greyhound is between NC and NC.
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Food
The Little Italian Greyhound adapts to industrial dog food. He needs quality food , containing all the nutrients he needs and suitable for his level of exercise, size and age. It is to be divided into 2 meals per day .
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
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| Potential to play |
the Little Italian Greyhound needs to stay active in order to be happy and balanced . The ideal would be to be able to let it run without a leash in secure places and where it is allowed. Long daily walks allow him to satisfy his need for exercise. He also enjoys playing games with his family.
Competitions
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FCI Information
FCI No.
200
FCI Group
Group 10: Greyhounds
Recognized by FCI
Since 1956
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