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BACKGROUND
The Italian Greyhound is a
true miniature of the Greyhound, and probably goes back to
the times of the Egyptian Pharaohs, as drawings of small
greyhounds, very similar to the Italian Greyhound, were to
be found painted on the walls of their tombs.
They were most likely taken
by the Romans from Egypt to the Mediterranean, and became
very popular in the European courts for a number of
centuries.
In England, the Italian
Greyhound could be found in the courts of the Stuarts, and
Queen Victoria also owned these dainty little dogs. They
also featured in many paintings of aristocratic families.
As a member of the Sight
hound group, the Italian Greyhound was possibly used in
ancient times for hunting small game as well as a lapdog and
companion for the ladies.
AVERAGE LIFESPAN
When considering an Italian
Greyhound, please realize that you are taking it on for its
lifetime. Italian Greyhounds live to about 13 to 14 years of
age.
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AVERAGE SIZE & WEIGHT
Height at shoulder:
Dog; 33-38 cms (13- 15 ins)
Weight:
Dog 2.7 to 3.6 kgs (6 -
8
lbs)
and not exceeding 4.5 kgs (10 lbs).
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PERSONALITY/CHARACTERISTICS/
TEMPERAMENT
The Italian Greyhound is vivacious, alert,
highly intelligent and very affectionate, especially when
kept as a companion in the house, loving human
companionship.
They do not thrive
well
as kennel dogs:Easy
to train, they are quick learners.
Although they have a Dresden-
like quality, they are by no means delicate, and are
surprisingly hardy for such a finely built dog. They have a
distinctive, high stepping prancing gait which adds to their
elegant appearance. Italian Greyhounds are generally
cheerful, brave and courageous, but as they are also
sensitive to loud voices or harsh words from their owner,
they may become quite timid in the wrong environment.
The breed is not "yappy" but
will give ample warning of intruders. They are usually good
car travelers.
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Ownership
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ENQUIRIES WELCOME;
This is a good place to select your registered Puppy,
They are all Vet checked, wormed and Vaccinated.
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Adrian Keast.
PO Box 25.
Urbenville, NSW, 2475
Australia
+(61)
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