The Italian Greyhound - their curves and angles still captivate me

by Faye
(USA)

Affectionate and requiring very little maintenance, virtually no grooming, and minimal exercise when compared with larger dogs, the Italian Greyhound is not high on the list of favorite dog breeds, perhaps because they have a few special requirements.

They are not always a good match for children, and they can dig and bark a bit. Otherwise, they are nearly perfect! Once I got used to their sleek, short haired look, their curves and angles captivated me! There is no more beautiful sight for me now than an Italian Greyhound’s silhouette.

I wanted a dog breed that did not shed a lot or completely blow a long coat of hair. One that is content to sleep on my lap, and snuggle under the covers. Italian Greyhounds (IG’s or Iggy’s, to their family) follow their charges around as the daily chores are done. That is, if they are not sleeping, which they can do about 20 hours a day.

My two curl up next to, or on, me whenever they can. They are very sweet tempered, clever, inquisitive, funny, and above all, loyal. Like all purebred dog breeds, IG’s can have some health issues, but they are one’s I can easily live with. Some IG's are prone to leg breaks during their first year, and some to seizures (which shows up by about age five).

I made sure mine had a fenced place to exercise their young legs in, and knew that if a seizure were to occur, it would simply require medication to control. As it was, no illness has ever befallen mine, and they still cavort around and delight my eyes at age 13.









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