
Italian Greyhound History
Explore the rich 2,000-year history of the Italian Greyhound – noble companion, ancient hunter, and modern-day performance star.
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Explore the rich 2,000-year history of the Italian Greyhound – noble companion, ancient hunter, and modern-day performance star.

Lois March of Marchwind shares her insights on Italian Greyhounds, show puppy selection, breed trends, and the dog show community.

Kimberly Frennier of Infinity shares her insights on Italian Greyhounds, show puppy selection, breed trends, and the dog show community.

Insights from an Owner Handler, Kimberly Bakker. Kimberly shares her opinions on various topics about dog handling in the modern show ring.

Lynn Partridge shares her first-time experience at Crufts, the world’s largest dog show. Explore the excitement and challenges of this event.

Jeannie Love is the breeder behind Amore’ Italian Greyhounds. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, champions, dogs, puppies, photos and more!

After spending many years with Sighthounds, I stumbled upon this small, diminutive, single-coated Japanese Chin breed.

The breed originated in the countries known today as Greece and Turkey. Learn more about the history and origin of the Italian Greyhound dog.
The Italian Greyhound IGs are Greyhounds in miniature—more slender, but a Greyhound’s equal in grace and elegance. Standing ideally 13 to 15 inches at the shoulder, they present the sleek, curving lines common to all coursing hounds. Distinguishing features are the long, fine-boned legs.