Typical Size
Small
Weight Range
7 - 14 lbs
Life Expectancy
14-15 years
Appearance: True Greyhound in miniature. More slender, but equal grace/elegance. Sleek, curving lines of coursing hounds. Long, fine-boned legs are distinguishing feature. Often called IG.
Traits & Characteristics: Alert, playful, highly affectionate toy companion. Combines lapdog attentiveness with complexity of ancient hounds. Bred as doting companions/jesters; refuse to be ignored, prefer laps/beds. True sighthounds, will bolt after prey. Need care in cold weather.
Origins: Italy (ancient breed, popular with nobility).
A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.
Social
Gentle
Open
Playmate
Vigor
Interactivity
Eager
Smart
Vocal
Guardian
Care
Hair
Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.
