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| Breed: Italian Greyhound | Group (AKC): Toy |  |
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| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Type of coat | Solid black, blue, cream, fawn, red or white or any of these colors with broken white. |
| Grooming | Easy to groom. He requires is a rub down with a soft cloth or chemise. Bathe only when necessary, but take care that he is thoroughly dry and warm afterwards. |
| Average height | 13 - 15 inches. |
| Average weight | 8 lbs. |
| Activity level | Indoors - High , Outdoors - Very High |
| Watchdog | High |
| Protection | Low |
| Intelligence | High, Obedience - High, Problem Solving - Low |
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| Compatibility with children | Yes, if children are mature. |
| Character | Quiet, affectionate |
| Ideal home environment | Indoors, city or country, apartment or house, needs daily exercise and attention. |
| Ideal owner | The owner of an Italian Greyhound should be an active, patient leader who desires a high-energy , busy, affectionate toy dog. |
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