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S3 2h mace | Afghan | Italian Greyhound | Saluki |
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| physical traits | ... | - elegant - graceful - aloof - supple - majestic - noble bearing - dignified - adapts to different climates - very fast - sophisticated | - diminuitive - sleek - elegant - slender - clean appearance. resembles smaller version of Greyhound | - fast - sleek - graceful - elegant - odorless - tireless - aristocratic - noble |
| personality/ temperament | ... | - gentle - playful - highly intelligent - easily trained - clownish - rarely barks - independent - spiteful - proud - aloof - sensitive - standoffish - gets bored easily - possessive of home. some can be shy - establish domina | - sensitive - alert - playful - affectionate - gentle - fun-loving - charming - discerning - retiring - bashful - determined - obedient - 'catlike' | - active - likes outdoors - affectionate - loyal - peaceful - intelligent - self absorbed - stubborn - strong-willed - obstinate - sensitive - cat-like - reserved with strangers |
| maintenance/ special needs | ... | - very high - vigorous grooming to prevent matting - room to run - lots of exercise - needs patience and attention - needs early discipline has independent streak - tall fence - not recommended for apartment life | - low - affected by harsh words - rarely sheds - practically odorless - keep teeth clean - exercise - keep from cold - can't live outdoors - easy to train - requires a tall fence - 'escape artists' | - tall fence - needs to be center of attention - exercise - patience to train |
| nickname | ... | ... | - Piccolo Levriero Italiano - Piccolo Levrien Italiani | - Arabian Hound - Gazelle Hound - Persian Greyhound |
| origination | ... | Egypt/Middle East (?), then Afghanistan | Egypt, then Ancient Rome | Egypt then hunting companion of nomadic Bedouin tribesmen |
| bred for | ... | - Egyptian royalty - hunting in hilly terrain | royalty | hunt gazelle |
| identifying traits | ... | - long hair - short-haired face - pointy snout - whip tail | ... | ... |
| height | ... | ... | 12.5~15 (inch) | (inch) |
| weight | ... | 44~66 (lbs) | 5.5~10 (lbs) | ... |
| height for male | ... | 26~28 (inch) | ... | ... |
| height for female | ... | 24~26 (inch) | ... | ... |
| ideal for | ... | - family - companion - guard dog - hunting - any climate | - indoor life - other pets - companionship - warmer weather | - companion - hare coursing - warmer climates - |
| good with kids? | ... | yes, but not if teased | yes, older children, younger children might play too rough | yes |
| interesting facts | ... | ... | ... | one of oldest known domesticated breeds of dog |
| lifespan | ... | 12~14 (year) | 13~14 (year) | 12 (year) |
| kennel clubs | ... | - akc - saku - ankc - uk - nzkc-(hound dog group) - fci-(long-haired or fringed sighthounds dog group) - ukc-(sighthound/pariah dog group) - ckc | - akc - saku - ankc - uk - nzkc-(toy dog group) - fci-(short haired sighthounds dog group) - ukc-(companion dog group) - ckc | - akc - saku - ankc - uk - nzkc-(hound dog group) - fci-(long-haired or fringed sighthounds dog group) - ukc-(sighthound/pariah group) - ckc |
| hair type | ... | - long - fine - glossy - | - short - smooth - shiny any color or combination | - feathered - smooth - soft - silky |
| eye | ... | - cataracts - corneal dystrophy - nerves | ... | ... |
| weight for male | ... | ... | ... | 29~66 (lbs) |
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