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Italian Greyhound
Affectionate, sensitive, alert, playful
Popularity
768
Tiny sighthound companion with a sleek coat; sensitive, playful, and snugglier than most hounds.
Lifespan
14–15 years
Coat
short, glossy, satin-soft
Colors
blue, fawn, cream, black, seal, with or without white
Male height
13–15 in
Female height
13–15 in
Male weight
7–14 lb
Female weight
6–12 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
1
Prey drive
4
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
5
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
4
Good with strangers
4
Care & environment
Shedding
1
Grooming
1
Drooling
1
Coat length
1
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
1
