Italian Hound Puppies For Sale

Italian Hounds are small, speedy dogs that enjoy cuddling up to their owners more than anything else. Though not originally from here, they are known for their popularity among Italian royalty during the Renaissance. These days, though, Italian Hounds are more commonly seen as pampered family dogs than palace pooches. Full-grown, they typically weigh 7-14 pounds and stand 13-15 inches tall.

Italian Hounds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Italian Hounds crave the attention of their owners like a small child would. They make a great companion for a single person or childless couple. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Italian Hounds require around an hour of exercise per day. Give these speedsters room to zip around and a lap to dive into and you will have one happy hound. With training, you can bring out the “Greyhound” in them, and they will enjoy and excel in agility competitions. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Italian Hounds have slender bodies and fragile bones. When they are in a playful mood, be careful that they don’t jump off anything high because they can easily break something. With a short coat that barely sheds or gives off a scent, your guests might not even guess that you own a dog. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Italian Hounds are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. If part of a family, they do best in a calm home with older children. They are fairly easy to train.