Learn about this elegant, smallboned dog and find out whether or not this attentionseeking, fleetfooted canine will. Being the smallest of the gazehound family, the italian greyhound weighs 5 15 lbs up to 20 lbs has been seen with an average of 8 lbs. Dogs of italian greyhound type can be seen on tombs from these periods. Reserved, often timid, with strangers, the italian greyhound is devoted to its family. Italian greyhound club of america western regional specialty. This led to many dogs suffering from health issues associated with their smaller size. Its also free to list your available puppies and litters on our site. Find out whats happening in italian greyhound play group meetup groups around the world and start meeting up with the ones near you.
An italian greyhounds absolute favorite place is on your lap. Founded in 1900 we are the oldest italian greyhound club in the world but while were very proud of our history, our focus is on the future. Just a handful of photos of some beautiful italian greyhounds settled in their homes. Dont let the name fool you the italian greyhound is originally from greece and turkey. A 6000yearold egyptian tomb shows dogs similar to the italian greyhound. The italian greyhound club of nsw easy dog entries. Learn about this elegant, smallboned dog and find out whether or not this attentionseeking, fleetfooted canine will be the best choice for you and your family. The dogs became popular with noblemen during the renaissance. The italian greyhound club of great britain was established in 1900, a time when the italian greyhound as a breed suffered thanks to unscrupulous breeders attempting to cross them with smaller dogs with an end goal being to create even smaller greyhounds. Do you want to know why some italian greyhounds are blue, some fawn, and some black or red, but you freak out as soon as genetics, alleles, a ay d d recessives etc. The italian greyhound club membership we encourage anyone interested in italian greyhounds to join the italian greyhound club, whether you have an italian greyhound as a companion dog, or if youre. A current list of kennel club registered italian greyhound puppies for sale can. The italian greyhound with its fine coat texture and elegant high stepping action has the exquisite quality of dresden china. This symbol indicates that a breeder has had a successful inspection carried out to standards assessed by the united kingdom accreditation service ukas.
Piccolo levriero italiano italian greyhound breeders and. The igca or its officers do not guarantee, endorse, nor rate individual breeders, their kennels, or their stock. The midatlantic italian greyhound club of central maryland is an exciting, fun. Find italian greyhounds for sale in portland on oodle classifieds. Breeder referral italian greyhound club of america. The italian greyhound devoted to igs worldwide editors and publishers. Listing of italian greyhound rescues in the united states with dogs and puppies for adoption, volunteering opportunities, and breed resources. Today the italian greyhound is a companion animal rather than used for hunting small mammals.
Surprisingly, the italian greyhound doesnt actually originate from italy. The italian greyhound is the smallest of the sighthound breeds, and one that is often mistaken for the whippet by the uninitiated. Currently the ig is ranked 65 as of 2011 out of 173 breeds. Whippet cross italian greyhound mum is a kc registered whippet dad is a kc registered italian greyhound only one puppy for sale she will be ready on the 19th of.
The italian greyhound is primarily a companion dog and is good at being carried around and cuddled. The italian greyhound club membership we encourage anyone interested in italian greyhounds to join the italian greyhound club, whether you have an italian greyhound as a companion dog, or if youre interested in showing, and even if you dont have an italian but are interested in the breed. Our mission is to preserve and protect the unique qualities of our breed and to share our knowledge with others. Italian greyhound dog breed information and pictures. It has actually gone down in ranking since 2001 where it was ranked 51st.
Shelters and rescue groups are struggling to care for pets in need. Black, blue, chocolate, fawn, red, and white constitute the colors. Italian greyhounds are very peaceful dogs, and they may be somewhat dependent upon their owners. The italian greyhound club of americas breeder referral listing and service are provided as a free service and courtesy to its members and potential buyers. Come to a local italian greyhound meetup to play with people and dogs of all shapes and sizes. Copy and paste any of the following links to add a link of this club page to your flyers, posters, emails or other promotional material. Please also note when a stray dog appears throughout the day, which can be valuable. We are fell in love with the italian greyhounds many years ago, and we bred for good health, excellent temperament, great beauty and successful show career. Hello everyone out there, this is a page created for everyone who loves the italian greyhound breed. A sighthound in a small package, the italian greyhound shares its larger relatives characteristics.
Includes links to other ig organizations, societies or charities worldwide. The italian greyhound dog complete owners manual has the answers you need when researching this bright, loving small canine that is the smallest of all sight hounds. They are also depicted on decorative mediterranean art of 2000 years ago. Find italian greyhounds for sale on oodle classifieds. Founded in 1900, the story of the formation of the breed club is fascinating.
On completion of the ig club questionnaire, the ig club judges subcommittee will consider the judges experience. Unfortunately, too much pampering can make the italian greyhound an example of small dog syndrome, a condition in which your italian greyhound may think he rules the home. Judgeslistbandc2019 if any judge on our lists wishes their contact details to be removed please email. Meet friendly italian greyhounds and italian greyhound owners near you. It should be noted that the only colors marked for disqualification by the akc are brindle coats or black and tan. The igca is what is known in the dog world as the parent or national breed club for italian.
Colors and markings amore and chaulait italian greyhounds. Their appearance is much like that of the standard greyhound but on a much smaller scale, and they are generally classed within the toy dog grouping due to this. Formed in 2014 the italian greyhound club of western australia inc. Today, this breed is still a cherished canine companion. I started out selling on social media sites then at the italian greyhound club uk shows and events, then moved to etsy in 2010, i have enjoyed great success and love to evolve my designs as new challenges present, my designs have been developed due to the changing and differing needs of my own dogs, each of my designs have a story and are. Assured breeders for italian greyhound the kennel club. Join millions of people using oodle to find puppies for adoption, dog and puppy listings, and other pets adoption. But italian aristocrats loved these small, sweet dogs so much so that they came to symbolize wealth in many renaissance paintings. Building this trust may help in locating a stray italian greyhound, or luring it in to a fenced area where it can be picked up by your local or state italian greyhound rescue, animal control, humane society or other authorities such as the police or sheriff. The northern california italian greyhound club 2020 officers and board members. More information can also be found on the kennel club website. For persons who have previously been approved by the kennel club to award challenge certificates in the breed and have the support of the italian greyhound club.
If the reason you are visiting our site is to find out more about our breed there is a wealth of information here we highly recommend you. The italian greyhound was first registered at the american kennel club in 1886 and is part of the toy breed category. The new complete italian greyhound by barber, lilian s. Like other sighthounds, ancestors are traced to ancient times when greyhoundtype dogs were popular hunters and pets. This dog loves to run and chase, but is extremely gentle and sensitive. Health testing recommendations from the italian greyhound club. Igcwa is an enthusiastic group of pet owners, breeders, experienced rescuers and foster carers who share a common love of italian greyhounds and understand there is a lack of support for the breed in australia. Italian greyhounds for sale dogs on oodle classifieds. If you would like your contact details removed form this list please contact the italian greyhound club secretary. The italian greyhound club of canada igcc is the national breed club for italian greyhounds in canada under the bylaws of the. Find italian greyhound dogs and puppies from illinois breeders. American kennel club empire italian greyhound club.
A 1993 us breed club survey gives an average lifespan of 9 years but more than a quarter of the dogs had accidents recorded as cause of death. Join italian greyhound play group groups related topics. An italian greyhound that is not socialized properly may be timid as an adult. Italian greyhound rescues in the united states and worldwide. The following health tests are required for the canine health information center chic certification for italian greyhounds. Italian greyhound dogs and puppies for sale in the uk pets4homes. The italian greyhound club holds three shows each year club spring open show, summer championship show and last but not least, the autumn open show. As with all dog breeds, italian greyhounds come in a variety of colors and markings. Italian greyhounds for sale in portland dogs on oodle. There will also be a feature for the virtual dog show in the greyhound club newsletter and class winners will be featured there aswell. Have your own dog show with those little pups you treat like family.
Lovely prizes to be won for each class winner and best in show will win a full page advert in the greyhound club newsletter. Welcome to the breed archive, a place for animal lovers. We have a very lively fb page with 600 members who enjoy posting photos and discussing their italian greyhounds. Italian greyhound dog breed facts and information wag. Empire italian greyhound club is a regional specialty dog club. Vikki landes, president oakland, ca nona molaison, vice president, durham, ca christina moulton, secretary, eureka, ca. Please be aware that if ask for your details to be removed from this list the italian greyhound club is obliged to. The italian greyhound club of nsw friday 25th mar 2016. Our shows are a great place for members to catch up, and for anyone interested in italian greyhounds to see them in the ring, meet them in person and talk to experienced breeders and owners. Lily, born in 1879, was the first italian greyhound registered in 1886 with the akc.
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