How to Adopt an Italian Greyhound
You have seen standard Greyhounds, but the Italian Greyhound is more slender and smaller. Keep in mind that this is not a miniature Greyhound, it is a completely different breed. They have good and bad characteristics about them just like any other breed. However, if you are looking for a small dog with a unique look, this could be the perfect breed!
- Many
people assume that the Italian Greyhound is just a mini Greyhound,
sort of like a miniature poodle is to the standard poodle, but this
is not the case with these two breeds. Italian greyhounds only
weight between 7 and 14 pounds and stand up to 15 inches in height.
They have a high energy level and can be difficult to potty train.
They also tend to be very shy with strangers so socializing early is
critical. - Deciding
to adopt a puppy vs. an adult Italian greyhound is often a difficult
decision. If the adult greyhound is not well trained or has not been
socialized, it may actually take more work than training a puppy.
However, only you can make the choice on which you adopt. - Check
for local breeders in your area. The most important aspect when
adopting an Italian greyhound is to make sure the breeder is
reputable and not breeding their dogs too often as this can cause
health problems with the puppies. Check the health record of the
parents and even call the veterinarian with the breeder's permission
to make sure they are both healthy. - See
if there are any local Italian greyhound rescue groups. This is a
great way to help give an adult dog a home, and often the adoption
fee is less than you pay with a breeder.