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Italian Greagle Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Italian Greagle so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginEngland flagEngland Italy flagItaly
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is an Italian Greagle? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Italian Greyhound and Beagle mix

Italian Greagle Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is an Italian Greagle? Learn how big the Italian Greagle breed typically grows.
SmallMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does an Italian Greagle weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Italian Greagle breed.
20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of an Italian Greagle?
30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Italian Greagle? Italian Greagle height:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of an Italian Greagle?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Italian Greagle Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does an Italian Greagle puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Italian Greagle costs.
$500-$800
If you choose to purchase the Italian Greagle, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Italian Greagle for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Italian Greagle gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Italian Greagle? How many Italian Greagle are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Italian Greagle is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Italian Greagle Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is an Italian Greagle? Discover the Italian Greagle's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. Keep in mind that if you want to teach them any tricks, they understand and memorize new commands in 40-80 repetitions. Italian Greagle obey the first command 30% of the time or better. So if you want to have a smart dog, you might have to reconsider your choice with this breed.

The Italian Greagle ranks below average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train an Italian Greagle? Learn about the Italian Greagle's trainability and response to training methods.
Italian Greagle dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is an Italian Greagle as a watchdog? Learn about the Italian Greagle's alertness and guarding instincts.
Italian Greagle dogs are not the best watchdogs. They aren't very territorial and protective about their property, so they probably won't alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is an Italian Greagle protective of its territory? Learn about the Italian Greagle's guarding instincts and behavior.
Italian Greagle dogs are average defenders. Some dogs are very protective of their territory, while others easily let a stranger to trespass. This breed is not sure to defend its territory in every situation.

Italian Greagle Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does an Italian Greagle have? Learn about characteristic Italian Greagle temperament and behavior traits.
LovingIndependentAgileIntelligentFriendlyAffectionateLivelyGentleSweetCompanionableAthleticMischievous
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Italian Greagle sensitivity:
Sensitive: Italian Greagle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is an Italian Greagle a good family dog?
High: Italian Greagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Italian Greagle need? Italian Greagle social needs:
Italian Greagle dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Italian Greagle to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Italian Greagle roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Italian Greagle is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Italian Greagle have high prey drive?
Italian Greagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. Cats or any other small animals are in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Italian Greagle dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Italian Greagle Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does an Italian Greagle bark a lot? Learn about typical Italian Greagle vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average to High: The Italian Greagle is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is an Italian Greagle? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Italian Greagle breed.
The Italian Greagle is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can an Italian Greagle live in an apartment? Learn about the Italian Greagle's suitability for apartment living.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greagle indoors.

Italian Greagle Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is an Italian Greagle to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Italian Greagle's flexibility to new situations.
Italian Greagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can an Italian Greagle be left alone? Learn about the Italian Greagle's tolerance to solitude.
Italian Greagle dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Italian Greagle Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is an Italian Greagle biting potential? Learn about the Italian Greagle's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greagle has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is an Italian Greagle mouthy? Learn about the Italian Greagle's tendency to use mouth during play.
Italian Greagle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Italian Greagle dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is an Italian Greagle bite? Learn about the Italian Greagle's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greagle bite force: Weak. The Italian Greagle bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Italian Greagle measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of an Italian Greagle may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Italian Greagle being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Italian Greagle bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train an Italian Greagle puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, an Italian Greagle can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Italian Greagle Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does an Italian Greagle live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Italian Greagle breed.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greagle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does an Italian Greagle handle different weather? Learn about the Italian Greagle's climate adaptability.
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in an Italian Greagle? Discover typical conditions affecting the Italian Greagle breed.
The Italian Greagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does an Italian Greagle need vet visits? Learn about the Italian Greagle's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Italian Greagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Italian Greagle breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Italian Greagle breed? Most common health risks of Italian Greagle:
Hip Dysplasia Patellar LuxationHypothyroidismEye ProblemsProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyDrug SensitivityIntervertebral Disk DiseaseCherry EyeDistichiasisGlaucomaBeagle DwarfismChinese Beagle SyndromeThyroid ProblemsAlopecia

Italian Greagle Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is an Italian Greagle? Understand daily activity needs of the Italian Greagle breed.
Italian Greagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does an Italian Greagle need? How much exercise do Italian Greagle dogs require per day?

Do Italian Greagle dogs need a lot of exercises?

Italian Greagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. Daily walks should be on schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Italian Greagle breed need?
Italian Greagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Italian Greagle Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is an Italian Greagle prone to weight gain? Learn about the Italian Greagle's obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Italian Greagle's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Italian Greagle weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does an Italian Greagle need daily? Learn about the Italian Greagle's feeding requirements.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Italian Greagle Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is an Italian Greagle hypoallergenic? Learn about the Italian Greagle's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Italian Greagle dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does an Italian Greagle come in? Discover all possible Italian Greagle color variations.
BlackGrayTan Red Blue White BrownYellow Tricolor
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does an Italian Greagle need? Learn about Italian Greagle coat maintenance requirements.
Effortless: The Italian Greagle requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Italian Greagle is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Highly recommended for beginners.
Drooling Tendency
Does an Italian Greagle drool a lot? Learn about the Italian Greagle's drooling habits.
The Italian Greagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Italian Greagle could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Italian Greagle.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does an Italian Greagle smell bad? Learn about the Italian Greagle's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Italian Greagle has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does an Italian Greagle have? Learn about the Italian Greagle's fur characteristics.
FineDense
Bathing Needs
How often does an Italian Greagle need baths? Learn about the Italian Greagle's bathing requirements.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Shedding Level
How much do Italian Greagle dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Italian Greagle? Do Italian Greagle dogs shed a lot?
Italian Greagle dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type.

Italian Greagle Good With

Child Compatibility
Is an Italian Greagle good with children? Learn about the Italian Greagle's behavior around kids of different ages.
Italian Greagle dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does an Italian Greagle get along with other pets? Discover the Italian Greagle's compatibility with other animals.
Italian Greagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Italian Greagle temperament with other people:
Italian Greagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
How well do Italian Greagle dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Italian Greagle breed live with a cat?
Italian Greagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Italian Greagle good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Italian Greagle dogs get along with other dogs?
Italian Greagle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Italian Greagle can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Italian Greagle breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Italian Greagle breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Italian Greagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Italian Greagle dogs good office canines? Do Italian Greagle dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Italian Greagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Italian Greagle dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Italian Greagle temperament with senior people? Are Italian Greagle dogs good for elderly owners?
Italian Greagles are commonly okay with elderly people.

Italian Greagle As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can an Italian Greagle be a service dog? Learn about the Italian Greagle's service work potential.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Italian Greagle breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is an Italian Greagle good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Italian Greagle's therapy work aptitude.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Italian Greagle breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is an Italian Greagle good at detection work? Learn about the Italian Greagle's scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Italian Greagle breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can an Italian Greagle do search and rescue? Learn about the Italian Greagle's SAR capabilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Italian Greagle breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is an Italian Greagle good on boats? Learn about the Italian Greagle's maritime capabilities.

Yes

Italian Greagle breed usually likes being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, as a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can an Italian Greagle pull carts? Learn about the Italian Greagle's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Italian Greagle is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was an Italian Greagle used in military service? Learn about the Italian Greagle's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Italian Greagle Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does an Italian Greagle usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
2-14 puppies, average 7
Pregnancy Duration
How long is an Italian Greagle pregnant? Learn about the Italian Greagle's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Italian Greagle: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can an Italian Greagle have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Italian Greagle Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is an Italian Greagle in? Learn about the Italian Greagle's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is an Italian Greagle in? Learn about the Italian Greagle's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Italian Greagle Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Training Difficulty: Italian Greagle dogs are easy to train.
  • Grooming Requirements: Effortless: The Italian Greagle requires minimal grooming.
  • Shedding Level: Italian Greagle dogs are low shedders.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Italian Greagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Italian Greagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Dog Friendly: Italian Greagle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Italian Greagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Scent Detection Ability: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search & Rescue Potential: This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
  • Maritime Work Ability: Italian Greagle breed usually likes being on a boat.

    Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

    Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages.

Cons
  • Intelligence Rating: Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
  • Allergy Friendliness: Italian Greagle dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Obesity Tendency: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Italian Greagle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Watchdog Rating: Italian Greagle dogs are not the best watchdogs.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Italian Greagle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Italian Greagle is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Italian Greagle dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
  • Office Friendly: Italian Greagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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