Italian Greyhound

This breed loves their human partners and will be doting, loyal companions. The Italian Greyhound is a charming dog who requires a lot of attention and enjoys a family that will lavish them with love and affection. The Italian Greyhound is very alert and they love to play, but they are sensitive and only do well with positive training.

Italian Greyhounds require a high-quality dog food that is age-appropriate—whether it’s commercially manufactured or homemade (with a veterinarian’s supervision and approval). It’s important to monitor the amount of food you give your Italian Greyhound. Reduce the portions or restrict calories if your pup gains weight.

Your veterinarian is always a good source to help provide you with appropriate nutrition and feeding guidelines.

Surprisingly enough, an Italian Greyhound’s teeth are the most important element to maintain. Requiring brushing is required almost daily, and they also need a yearly cleaning by a veterinarian. Maintaining good dental hygiene is important for their overall long-term health.

They also need to have their nails trimmed on a regular basis, which is best done with an electric trimmer. Luckily, Italian Greyhound coats are short and require minimal care. A bath is only needed when a simple brushing won’t remove any dirt or debris.

As with all hounds, Italian Greyhounds need regular exercise. This can range from playtime with another puppy companion to a walk on a leash. Going off-leash is never a good idea for this breed, as Italian Greyhounds will chase anything small and furry, and they can be incredibly difficult to get back, even when they’re trained.

A sensitive but sometimes stubborn breed, the Italian Greyhound requires positive and patient training. If you’re using treats, they should be given straight away once the learned behavior is exhibited. Reward-focused learning will work far better than any harsh methods.