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Italian Greyhound
A true Greyhound in miniature, the elegant Italian Greyhound is an alert, playful, and highly affectionate toy companion. IGs make decorative couch dogs, but at heart they are flash-and-dash coursing hounds with an instinct for pursuit.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/italian-greyhound/
| April 14, 2026
Dog Breeds
Greyhound
The champion sprinter of dogdom, the Greyhound is a gentle, noble, and sweet-tempered companion with an independent spirit. For thousands of years these graceful hounds have been an object of fascination for artists, poets, and kings.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/greyhound/
| April 14, 2026
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Is the Greyhound a Good Fit for You?
When deciding to get a dog or puppy, finding a breed that's a good fit for your lifestyle can seem overwhelming. With so many options, how do you know which one is right for you and your family?
If you're interested in a sensitive, yet spirited companion, consider the Greyhound. One of the oldest breeds [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/greyhound-right-for-you/
| April 14, 2026
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Greyhound Facts You May Not Know
Best known for their lightning-fast speed, Greyhounds are independent, gentle, and noble dogs. Here are some fun facts about this magnificent breed.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-greyhound/
| April 14, 2026
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Italian Greyhound Facts You May Not Know
The Italian Greyhound is many things, as well as a smaller cousin of the Greyhound. Learn more about this sleek, quick sighthound.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/fun-facts-italian-greyhound/
| April 14, 2026
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How to Buy an Italian Greyhound Puppy
Maybe this column should be titled “How Not to Buy an Italian Greyhound Puppy.” There are some definite “no-no’s” when it comes to shopping for a purebred puppy of any breed, but there are actually some things that apply to IGs that might not be an issue for other [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-to-buy-an-italian-greyhound-puppy/
| April 14, 2026
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Italian Greyhound History: Elegance and Grace With a Mysterious Beginning
This speedy game hunter and loving companion has delighted Italian Greyhound owners for more than 2000 years. Learn more about Italian Greyhound history.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/italian-greyhound-history/
| April 14, 2026
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Italian Greyhound vs. Whippet: How to Tell the Difference
No doubt you've seen a Whippet or Italian Greyhound. These absolutely adorable dogs look like Greyhounds that have been blasted with a shrink ray. Thanks to their size, it's easy to see that they are not actually Greyhounds, but the trickier question is, how do you tell these two breeds apart?
The larger Whippet is [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/whippet-vs-italian-greyhound/
| April 14, 2026
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Water-Loving Greyhound Makes a Splash in Dock Diving
Greyhounds aren't known for being water-lovers but dock diving enthusiast Shuggs is an exception. He is the only dog of his breed to title in Diving Dogs.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/shuggs-greyhound-dock-diving/
| April 14, 2026
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Greyhound Club of America collection
AKD 2.11
1889-2007 [bulk: 1989-2002]
6.85 linear ft in 8 boxes (5 doc boxes and 3 flat boxes)
Processed by Brynn White, 2016
Click here to the view complete inventory and/or to search all AKC archival collections
Click here for a printable PDF of the collection guide
The documents the activities, functions, decisionmaking, events, and output of the [...]
https://www.akc.org/about/american-kennel-club-archives/guide-collections/gca-collection/
| April 14, 2026