Italian Greyhound for Sale in the Philippines
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Italian Greyhound
Toy · 7–14 lbs
The Italian Greyhound is a miniaturized version of the Greyhound, developed in southern Europe during the Middle Ages as a companion for the aristocracy. They were favorites of Catherine the Great of Russia, Frederick the Great of Prussia, and Queen Victoria, and appear in numerous Renaissance paintings by Old Masters in the laps of European nobility.
The Italian Greyhound is an elegant, affectionate miniature sighthound — surprisingly low-shedding (15/100) and suitable for apartments, with a gentle, sensitive nature. However, their fragile bone structure means they can break legs jumping off furniture, their high prey drive (80/100) demands leashed walks always, and house-training notoriously requires extra patience.
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Italian Greyhound Buyer's Guide
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Generally yes, with the right expectations. The Italian Greyhound has a trainability score of 55/100, which means they're receptive to learning. They respond well to structure and positive reinforcement. Enroll in puppy classes early, stay consistent with rules, and you'll build a well-behaved companion.
The Italian Greyhound is a lower-energy breed that does well with around 30 minutes of light-to-moderate exercise daily. They're content with short walks and indoor play. That said, don't skip exercise altogether — even low-energy dogs need daily movement to stay physically and mentally healthy.
Minimally. The Italian Greyhound sheds very little and is often considered a good option for people sensitive to pet hair. Regular grooming still keeps the coat healthy. Grooming effort for this breed is relatively low. The Italian Greyhound coat is easy to maintain with basic weekly brushing and an occasional bath.
Generally yes. The Italian Greyhound scores 75/100 on friendliness — warm with people they know, though they may take time to warm up to strangers. They do reasonably well with children when raised with them. Early socialisation and proper introductions are key.
The most frequently reported health concerns in the Italian Greyhound include Leg fractures, Dental disease and Epilepsy. Before buying, ask breeders for health clearances on the parents — reputable breeders will have OFA (hips/elbows) or equivalent certifications on file. Budget for annual vet visits and consider pet health insurance from puppyhood.
Yes — the Italian Greyhound adapts well to apartment living as long as their exercise needs are met. They don't need a large yard to be happy. Daily walks and exercise sessions (around 30 minutes of light-to-moderate exercise daily) keep them calm indoors.
Not reliably. The Italian Greyhound has a strong prey drive (80/100), meaning a squirrel, cat, or interesting smell can override even solid recall training in an instant. Off-leash time is best reserved for fully enclosed areas. This is not a trainability failure — it's a hardwired instinct that even experienced trainers respect.