Delicate yet delightful, Italian Greyhounds are sweet and quiet companion dogs bred as the ideal small companion. They serve as miniature sight hounds while still retaining athletic grace and an energetic zest for life. These dogs require securely fenced yards to prevent fast-paced adventures that may be too alluring to resist without constant vigilant supervision and a leash on all outings outside the yard. Despite their tiny, short-haired, svelte frames, Italian Greyhounds may shiver without sufficient warmth, making plush indoor bedding and sweaters for outings essential for protecting their thin skin coats. Shedding is minimal and grooming sessions are easy to accomplish in order to maintain a good coat. Adaptable to most living conditions, this fragile breed is not suited for small children not taught to be gentle or other larger pets that may accidentally injure this gentle little dog.