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Also known as Iggy, Italian Sighthound
A fine-boned sprinter who lives for warm laps
The Italian Greyhound is a miniature sighthound, elegant, affectionate and quick as lightning when something moves. It craves warmth and closeness, feels the cold badly, and its slender legs are more fragile than they look.
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This breed needs about 60 minutes of activity a day. Around 3 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
60
Minutes of activity a day
3
Suggested sessions a week
Day care
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Around an hour a day, including short bursts of running in a secure area. They are couch lovers indoors but need proper sprints to stay content.
Yes, they are quiet, clean and calm indoors, which suits flat living. They do need daily outings and a warm, soft place to rest.
Only with gentle, older children. Their thin legs are easily injured by rough handling or falls, so small children need close supervision.
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