Miniature Greyhounds As Pets

The greyhound belongs to a family of hunting dogs called sighthounds.

Miniature greyhounds as pets. The greyhound though is a unique sighthound developed more for track racing than for hunting. All of our team whether it is the person you meet for the first time at an event the volunteer who visits your home or our rehoming team lead handing over your new dog are committed to matching you to the hound that is perfect for your. Our adoption contract that you will sign when you adopt your dog states if i can no longer keep this dog i will return it to greyhound pets inc. Yes some of them do have homes waiting already but please do not be discouraged from applying to adopt as there are always more greyhounds in recovery assessment and then there are those waiting patiently at their trainers to be called in when space becomes available.

Italian greyhounds have marvellously quirky inquisitive demanding personalities that are unique from other breeds. The slender long legged sighthound hunts by spotting the movement of a prey animal across a vast distance then running the animal down with lightning speed. By the middle ages miniaturized greyhounds could be found throughout southern europe but they found special favor with italian courtiers. Evidence of dogs resembling the italian greyhound can be found in art dating nearly 2 000 years ago from turkey greece and other areas around the mediterranean.

If for any reason you can no longer keep your greyhound you must return it to greyhound pets inc. Immediately if you need to return your dog please call one of the closest representatives listed above or 877 468 7681 to arrange the return of. With all of their special needs they are not good choices for inexperienced dog owners. Housebreaking is especially difficult as italian greyhounds often refuse to go outside in the cold or rain.

Below is a selection of greyhounds which are currently in the gap programme.