Italian
greyhound
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This is the smallest breed of true greyhound. Its origin is uncertain but it seems likely that the breed was first bred by Italian courtiers in Medieval times. It was a somewhat larger and stronger dog then that was used to hunt rabbits and aid falconers. Selective breeding latertransformed the breed into the dainty pet of today, characterized by its elegance and high stepping gait. This is a ideal pet for town, but but still a dog that like plenty of exercise, and can run with the best over fields. He has a Dresden - like quality, but is by no means delicate.
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This greyhound and well in miniature, more slender in all proportions. Characteristics) Elegant, gracefull and quick - moving. Temperament) Intelligent Affectionate and vivacious; may appear aloof.
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Skull long, flat and narrow, Slight stop. Muzzle fine and long.Nose dark in colour. Eyes Rather large,Bright; full of expression. Ears Rose - shaped, Placed well back, soft and very fine,not pricked.
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Jaws strong, with a perfect regular and complete scissor bite,i.e. upper teeth closely overlapping lower teethand set square to the jaws. Teeth even. Neck long, gracefully arched. ForeQuarters shoulders long and sloping. Legs straight; well set under shoulders; fine, strong bone and pasterns.
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Body Chest deep and narrow. Good length of rib and brisket. Back slightly arched overloin. HindQuarters Long, well muscled thigh: hindlegs parallel when viewed from behind; well bent stifle, hocks well let down. Feet Hare feet. Tail Low set, long, fine, carried low. Gait Movement High stepping and free action. Front and hindlegs to move forward in a atraight line with propulsion from behind. Coat Skin fine and supple. Hair short, fine and glossy,
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Colour black, blue, cream, fawn, red, white, or any of these colours broken with white. White dogs may be broken with one of these colours. Black or blue with tan markings, or brindle not acceptable. Size Weight from 2. 7 - 5 kgs { 6-10 Ibs}. Fautls Any depature from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree. Note Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
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Appearance, Characteristics,
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