In this video we'll explain 3 reasons why an Italian Greyhound may not be the right breed for you!
Don't get an Iggy
0:00 Introduction
1:16 if you will have to leave them alone a lot
2:48 if you want an independent dog
3:53 if you don't like when dogs wear clothes
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Great video, thanks for your honesty and helpful advice.
Thank you for sharing Nello with all of us ❤️
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So happy to hear from you. I love you both to watch since more than a Year now und i would really enjoy to see more of you walkies or vlogs. Keep going.💙🐾
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All except long hours are ok, as I work road construction. Thankfully for me I can definitely have someone take care of an Italian Greyhound for me when I’m working my 16 hour days in the middle of the road construction season (live very close to family) so if I get an Italian Greyhound it will always have someone there with them. Usually it’s not nearly as many hours until the middle of the season especially with our rainy season right up until July! Great video as always and very important information to have for anyone considering getting an Italian Greyhound you guys are awesome & I look forward to seeing your next video 😎👍👍
Thank you so much for your comment 😊 It‘s great you would have someone who will take care of your Iggy while you are working long hours. Preparation is everything 💪🏼
I had two Iggys, they were both fine while I was at work, then the older one passed away. The younger one developed separation anxiety within a month. Now she likes to be with me all the time and gets very upset when I leave.
Oh poor thing. Maybe you need to get her another sibling then ☺️
Ugh this is such a worry of mine. My older one is only 3 years old but my 9 month old baby girl is soooo attached to him. When my husband takes only the 3 year old for a walk, she will be howling crying and panicking! It’s basically like he’s all she’s ever known is having her brother there. With him being our first, he’s very comfortable being alone and very well behaved too. I hate even thinking of the future where she may very well be without him but I can’t help but imagine how she’ll react 😭
Sounds like you need to get another little friend companion for your baby.
So happy to see Nello and you again!
So happy to hear ✨🙏🏻
I've had 6. The Only breed I'll ever have. So Loving. Wonderful, Sweet, Smart. Love's their owner, So Very Special. Everyone needs to go out and buy, or adopt one. You'll NEVER regret it. I leave cartoons on for my baby so he won't get lonely.
Best dog we ever had. Smart, fun, friendly. Yes, a little work, but it is well worth it. If you don't want your dog to own you, don't get one. Her dog must not be secure. We left our dog in the house for several hours and as long as we took them out for potty, we never had any problems. He actually would leave our tv room and spend time by along in another room. He was very secure. We took him camping, on an 8 mile hike in the mountains. We loved him and we miss him more than anything you can imagine.
Hi! from Japan!! I have watched all your youtube videos of Nello. I fell in love with Nello the moment I was searching for how to raise an iggy since I bought my beloved Emma. I agree. an iggy is not for anyone. I found this breed to match with my personal characteristic traits and my daily routine life. I just wanted to write and say that I missed you all and am glad that you are back. I understand how hard at times it is to load up on the youtube but am very happy to see you guys again. Like I said, I really fell in love with Nello that four months ago, I bought another iggy and named him Nello!! Thank you for your vlogs and am looking foward to your next one!!!
Thank you so much for your sweet comment, that really made my day 🥰 Say hi to your Nello from us 🐾
Thank you so much!!! Nello and Emma both watch you guys and I think they are fans of Nello too💘💘💘💘
as an Italian I am proud of my compatriot.
Awww 🥰😊
Thankyou. A true dog owner making a proper video. Take heed. Listen!!
I grew up with an Italian Greyhound. I miss him dearly
Thank you for posting this video. I am thinking of getting a MIGH as a my support animal. Needy and affectionate is what I need. I love Nello. He's adorable. Can't await to get mine now.
I must be lucky. I have a 15 year old Italian Greyhound and she is not overly clingy and has never had separation anxiety. She does wear clothes a lot even in the summer, due to air conditioning. I think my dog has more clothes than I do!
This is very interesting because everything you’re stating is the complete opposite to my Italian greyhound! I feel like what everyone needs to remember is every dog is different no matter what the breed is! It’s all down to how you raise them.
That is indeed very interesting. You are absolutely right but some things are not in your control, no matter how you raise them. So I would say yours is a beautiful exception from the average Iggy then 🤗
A lot of temperant depands on the breed line. My uncles iggys were always confident and outgoing and not to clingy at all. But we live in America and so the genetics could be so very different even within the same breed.
@@thelifeofnello ?
@@emansona Probably they are mixed with whippet. American Italian greyhounds are not so pure line.
I have two and they are extremely opposite 😂❤
I would say as as a Momma to two Chihuahuas. They are also extremely affectionate and needy. They want to be close to me 24/7
Great advice. Thanks ❤
I feel like you're describing my little havanese :) She comes to work with me at my shop. She's also very affectionate, silly, adorable, always needs to be around her people, has to wear sweaters... Although, she doesn't walk so close to me that she's stepping on the base of my flip flops- unlike my mom's mini schnauzer does with me when I'm watching her. My havanese can also be content to sit across the room and nurse on her bed, as long as she can see you or knows you're in the room (unless she wants to go hide something and doesn't want anyone to see where she puts it, or if there's too much going on in the room)- whereas the mini schnauzer will bark if I sit down on the couch and don't put her up there, or if I go upstairs and don't bring her up within 20 seconds. Although, my havanese can jump and do the stairs, but the mini schnauzer came from a foster home who got her from an awful Amish kennel, of which that woman's team had gotten shut down for unethical practices, neglect, abuse, etc. My havanese came from an Amish home who had just one female dog who had two babies. So, my pup was played with, babied, and always had her people, her sister, and her mama. The schnauzer was apparently confined to a tiny crate, on top of another crate.f Schnauzer is afraid of the dog trimmer, which I noticed as I was going to buzz off a little mat that was bothering her. Havanese likes the trimmer (which also has a massage side), as long as it's not being used on her face for more than a few minutes after trimming her whiskers. When havanese plays, she's pretty gentle and I have to let her win. When schnauzer plays, she will rip the toy out of my havanese's mouth, out of my hand, etc. It bothers me because I don't want schnauzer to hurt my dog or discourage her from playing. Schnauzer will steal my havanese's food and treats... which is really frustrating, as my girl likes to hide her treats and bones and certain toys for later, and she only eats when she's hungry and feels like eating. So when schnauzer is around, I have to put havanese's food up on the couch, even at work. But they do tend to get along, at the end of the day. Anyway.. they are worlds apart! Glad to see your dog is so happy and well! 🥰
Dogs can do fine while people are at work during the day especially if they have a companion. My uncle always had iggys in pairs and they did great. But they also got lots of excersize and really good care overall so that helps. I work with dogs for a living and I love your channell!
thank you for your feedback! :)
Very true I leave my small Yorkies at home all day while we work my husband and I they have each other we leave down pee pads and their water bowl and food we never have any problems at all.
Italians can sleep 18 hours a day....so you take them for a piss and crate them or give them a small room when you go to work for maximum 6 hours, it's okay. Italians come in the bathroom with you
I had 3 Iggies and I adored them. I LOVE, LOVE the breed. It is the breed for me. But I would add a 4th reason someone should not get an I.G. Iggies are bred to look like their bigger counterparts, Whippets and Greyhounds, just a tiny version. But that also makes them very fragile in bone structure. They are almost as agile as a cat and those long legs are pencil thin, they break easily. Broken legs are the biggest injury with I.G.'s and are expensive fixes usually requiring microsurgery. Among my 3, over the course of their 16 yrs with us, we had 3 broken legs and a broken toe. Back then the cost was about $3,000 per incident and I'm sure it's more than that now. So you need to be in a financial position to be able to fix broken legs. I mean, you can't put down a healthy dog just because of a broken leg when the prognosis is back to 100% with the surgery. So you get the surgery and do all the postop recuperation and rehab. Just be sure you can afford to do that if you get the breed because it happens so easily. It's very important to keep their weight down to normal range for an I.G. because jumping on and off couches, beds, etc with too much weight... broken leg. Have a flat, fenced in backyard and always stay with them when they are outside for 2 reasons: they make a tasty meal for carnivorous birds and they can break a leg just running. I had one broken leg because they were running together outside and they stop on a dime and twist and... broken leg. Lower your bed or make ramps to discourage them from jumping too high. One of mine jumped on our high bed, just missed it sliding down into the bed rail and... broken leg and toe. You don't want them going up and down too many stairs. I had 5 steps from the patio to the flat yard and one of mine broke her leg on the steps going down into the yard. I was always with them when it happened so I got them to the vet quick. It drove me crazy thinking what if I hadn't been there? So I made the inlaw suite into a dog room. We kept low beds on the floor so whenever we left there was no jumping or stairs and stuff. They had their own TV, kitchen, bathroom, den and bedroom. I wish I could have some more I.G.'s because I so love the breed. They are worth everything you put into them. So elegant, sweet, docile, dependent and loving. All 3 of mine lived 16 years. Unfortunately they died within a 6 months period and my heart was broken. I couldn't find a replacement so I got a long haired chihuahua and a Yorkie from rescue. But I would snatch up an I.G. again in a heartbeat.
I had 4 Italian greyhounds and never a broken leg. If they were not puppies, are you sure they haven't a hereditary problem?
@@OlimpioPagnerani They were all three rescues that I adopted so I don't know any lineage. My Vet and the Specialist that had to do the microsurgery to set the legs (at $2500-$3000 per incidence) said it was very common injuries for the breed. And I found it true with my three. They were so worth it though. I love the breed. They all healed well and we had 16 years with each one of them.
This is such an important comment, especially how fragile the Iggy bone structure is. There's also breakages in their tail bones, as I've seen in one of the Iggies I follow on Instagram (along with Nello 😉). Sometimes leading to partial amputation of their tails. There's another set of Iggies that I follow who each broke a front leg 2 days apart, doing separate things because they're little daredevils. I'd love nothing more than to become an Iggy's human, but unfortunately I don't have the finances for the veterinary care and quality/quantity of clothing they need to keep them warm and dry, as I live in N.E. United States.
My mom, who likes some independence, loves Italian Greyhounds so so much. Her dog is 16 going onto 17 years old now, I call him an old man. He does follow Mom everywhere and it's really silly. Though back in 2010 my mom had to leave for a long time because of family issues, and I remember having to take care of him and going to school... I left him up to 10 hours at times, because I had no other choice, but usually 8 hours, in a cage, so he wouldn't pee and poop everywhere. He held on back then. It's amazing that he didn't suffer too badly from separation anxiety afterwards. He and mom love each other very much, and I think that's the reason he survived for so long.
You are so correct. I had a wonderful Italian greyhound for 16 years. My son always said that she was the daughter that I never had! Great tips. Thanks
Thank you for your comment 🙏🏻
Wow! I love Nello already! He is absolutely gorgeous!!!
I'm owned by 3 IGs - Bob- an 18yr old male, Gabby a 16yr old female and Allie - a 9mo old female.❤❤ Plus a 6yr old GSD who my puppy IG absolutely LOVES. Yes for the last 19yrs, I've worked from home.😉 great video. 😊
So cool video! I have the Italian greyhound and agree with every word you said❤️
So happy to hear you can relate! 🥰
Great responsible video. We are Rhodesian Ridgeback lifers but have done alot of research and The Italian Greyhounds will be our next bred when our current 2 grow up and pass. They are surprisingly similar breeds in many ways especially if you can spend alot of time with them and have a pair. It might be 10 years away but were already excited by these little crazy cute puppies!!!!
You're giving off some sketchy energy
Thank you for this information. It helps a lot concerning. I do have an italian grayhound mixed with chihuahua.
Please DO NOT feel sorry for interruptions in vlogs (we know well that making videos requires time and work), we are just HAPPY to hear about Nello from time to time :) We are glad to see that everything is OK. 😊 Besides, when living with Italian Greyhound, it becomes even HARDER to do things that are not… being with your Italian Greyhound! :) They even get jealous when you talk on the phone (happened to me AGAIN yesterday).
Thank you so much ❤ I just now saw this comment. You are so right!! Our little attention seekers 🥰
right!!! i take my girl Mavis everywhere :)
Sounds like my mom's mini schnauzer!
I'd argue, someone with a 9-5 job who doesn't have anyone else to look after the dog while they are gone and no money for a dog sitter, should not get ANY dog. Dogs are animals with very tight social bonds, being alone is against their very nature. Even if they don't howl, it is still stressful for any dog to be alone on a regular basis. I really doubt it would be possible for such an owner to have a good bond with their dog. And also has anyone ever tried not to pee for an entire day?
Yes I agree, but that’s why I said „especially“ not an Italian Greyhound as from my experience they struggle even more with being separated from their family
Fax
I am disagreed. We are all living in a very artificial world and if you live in the city your environment may as well be closer to mars and yet we survive fine. The dog is not a wild animal so it will adapt. Ofcourse, one should never underestimate the responsibilities of raising a dog and the cost is off the chart but dont feel discourage just because you work for a living.
Of course EVERY dog has a strong bond with his humans and do not like being separated from them, but those who spend time with Italian Greyhound know that they are EXTRA-EXTRA-sensitive dogs, feeling the stress even DEEPER than the other breeds. They are like sponges and every mood YOU have seems to reflect in them, I've never seen this being SO STRONG with other breeds (maybe it exists, I do not know ALL the breeds so well).
You're absolutely right.
We got 2 iggys. I feel like if you have 2 they tend to do better alone for a little while since they have each other to play and keep company.
Exactly!
Two dogs are happier left alone, for any breed.
I got mine, also a blue, a little over a year ago. This was around the time of your dog show video. Still watching to this day and it’s so funny seeing all the similarities of Nello and mine. I’m lucky enough to work from home but I also don’t feel like I get to give her enough exercise during the day and she wants to play a lot while I work, do you have an opinions/thoughts on doing daycare for a half day every once in a while so they can socialize and wear off some energy? Keep the videos coming!
Oh so happy to hear you are still here ✨🐾 If it‘s a good dog day care, in my opinion there is absolutely nothing that speaks against it 😊 But finding one you fully trust and that knows the special Iggy needs may be a bit of a challenge
I had my iggy in a great doggy daycare twice a week while I worked from home! The best part was they have cameras in all the rooms and you can watch live. It’s actually technically a chain I believe (called Dogtopia, you can see if you have one in your area) The only main issue that sucks and is honestly not even really their own fault was kennel cough. This happens quite often in these environments from what I’ve learned. But when mine got the kennel cough despite being vaccinated, we were really worried! Like he was definitely pretty damn sick. From then on I haven’t bothered with doggie daycares bc it didn’t seem worth the possibility of him getting it AGAIN! That being said, mine was at least pretty great in understanding/acknowledging it once I let them know. They sent out a few emails warning other owners/customers about it, and it did end up that a bunch of dogs had gotten sick there :/
I had 3 Iggys for the past 10 years. My oldest one died a month after he turned 10. Kidney disease was worsening, so we helped him cross the rainbow bridge. He would've been 11 this year. My other 2 are 10 and 7.
We have had two Italian Greyhound’s and both were extremely hard to house break and can take a long time. Also, they don’t like to go out if it’s raining and don’t like to go outside if the ground is wet. And, be careful if off leash, like other site hounds they are bread for the chase and if they see a rabbit or other small animal they will be extremely hard to control.
Sounds like my min pincher ! Thanks for the real talk 😅
On the positive side, they are extremely sweet, playful, gentle with children and other pets and very smart. One of the oldest breeds, in the renaissance they were even smaller, about 6 pounds, and were very popular with the court ladies.
Most dogs don’t want to be alone and loves companion with their owner, not just greyhound, I have 3 rescues, German shepherd, terrier and bodeguero, they are all clingy and very affectionate
I need one then. I've like that breed for quite a long time. So sweet your Nella.❤
Yes, they are really a part of the family, literally. They are so cute. I looove 😊 them.
Most people work full time jobs away from their homes and have dogs. Since forever. And dogs get used to it. Nobody should tell anybody to not have dogs because they work full time jobs. I’m pretty sure every dog owner would love to take their dogs to work but unfortunately it ain’t possible for everybody. As long as you spend time with your dogs when you get home it’s fine. Even if you work from home or can take your dog to work everyday you still have doctor appointments, grocery shopping and a long list of many more things to do where you won’t be able to take your dog along with you so does that make you a bad dog parent? I don’t think so. You are not a worse dog parent because you work away from home. Don’t spread negativity because everybody deserves to love and be loved by such kind animals.
I‘m not spreading negativity and saying you can’t leave your dog alone at all, I‘m just saying if you‘ll be gone too much then maybe you shouldn’t get a dog and especially not an Iggy 😊
I agree. While this is probably not the breed for someone who has to work long hrs, comments about people not owning dogs at all because they work a full time job is just ridiculous. Now should people get a little puppy? No. But plenty of adult dogs do just fine at home alone, especially if they get plenty of attention when their humans return
Everybody is so perfect on the internet
Thank you for pointing out this nonsense.
This is the perfect breed for me..i only just discovered them... the clingier the better for me, for sure❤
Most people I know work a 9-5 job and have a dog. To say that people who work a 9-5 should not have a dog would discount many loving families and would end up with most dogs in shelters. I agree this might not be the breed for someone like this....and that someone like this should not get a puppy. But many dogs are fine staying at home 9-5. Some people can come home for lunch. I have multiple dogs and work 10 hrs. I come home at lunch for a quick potty break for the dogs and then have to continue to work. On my days off and when I get home, they gets lots of attention. My dogs are well cared for and loved and quite happy.
Having multiple dogs probably helps a lot. It would be bad if you just had one dog who had to be by himself constantly.
Thank you for this important info. I have an IG mix. My next dog will be an IG. I'm home quite a bit. They are the best
I live near the beach in Japan where people dress up their dogs all the time, and I work from home. I've always wanted an Italian greyhound and after this video I think it's the right breed for me. Thank you so much!
I have always been a pitbull type. My Ex brought home a puppy Iggy and I thought WTF is that, 5 min later we were besties. Now I have two. They are special, most of the time I'm aloud on the couch or in my bed.😂 I don't care but they have cost a small fortune. I pay for dental cleaning every 6 months. Insurance is a must. I cannot let them off leash unless in a fenced off area. Sight hounds see something they go after something.😂 But best animal!
My IGGY lived to be 19. They are a wonderful affectionate dog. However, many never fully housebreak. You are lucky if it can hold its bladder for 6 hours. They have extreme cold intolerance. We keep our house at 71 degrees year round and we had to place a long sleeved fleece sweater on her in the house. During the winter here in MN, we placed 3 coats on her with booty's and a Snood which is a hood that goes all the way around the head to cover their tissue paper thin ears from frost bite. Brushing their teeth is a must because they tend to have severe tooth decay.
My Malteses are just as clingy, and I live in warm FL.
For us, if we don't go out at least 5 times a day with our little Iggy, he will start peeing in the house. When we wanted to get an Iggy, everyone said that they aren't that well potty trained. We fixed that by going outside a lot. I imagine that only walking an Iggy 3 times for instance is too little. So that is also something I tell others to be aware of. Love the video, everything you say is true for us as well. But I am really happy with my Iggy, I always want an Iggy now 🥰.
If on days when you don't happen to go out as often, will your Iggy let you know that he needs to... go out? Or are you going to get a surprise whether you like it or not? 😉🤔😳
Haha luckily I don't test this as much but yes, especially when he has to wait a little longer inside when we are out he will pee inside the house. If we walk him 5 times a day, it doesn't happen :). I know that you can train your Iggy with a bell for instance so that he will let you know when he needs to go. Our iggy thrives on his schedule and that's fine for us 🥰. Hope that answers your question! @@omnipresent1215
Hi there, could please you link the brand and type of the pullover that iggy was wearing in this video?
Would love to have an IG one day when I have the time and the money. Can you do a video on your experience with obedience training? Would be super interested to hear what you have to say since sighthounds are known to be notoriously stubborn
We have a few videos on training if you want to check them out 😊 but we‘ll try to make more 🤗
Does anyone know where I can purchase reasonably priced sweaters and coats for my Iggy?
My girl was fine home alone. Appropriately loving, amazingly adaptable. Very smart. Maybe the difference between males and females you pointed out in your other vid?
so true!
Hi please let me know the brand of the pigiama you got your doggy because i need it for my chinese crested, thank you
Is it ok if i have my Italian greyhound with my other dog? Cuz i was planning on getting one
A few questions, if anyone has time to answer them i would appreciate it! 1. What if you did doggy daycare? I've considered due to my partner and i's overlapping work schedule this may be necessary for any breed, but do you believe this would be suitable? 2. How do they do with cats? I have a few, and they do chase and play with one another, and i feel if i had a dog that did that but was small enough they would feel more comfortable than a larger dog breed.
Cute! I think my grandma is getting an Italian Greyhound!
Aww good for her 😊
Our Iggy is fine when we're at work full time. He goes in the crate when we leave for work and the cats hang around him, one (Ragdoll) likes to sleep near the crate lol, but for the most part he just sleeps by himself when we're at work, snoring away. Granted we trained him to sleep in his crate when we're out pretty young (intentionally leaving him for a few hours at a time as a puppy so he got used to it) and now he's completely fine at 10 months. Like someone else said, every dog is different, even if the breeds trend the same way.
We've had 5 over the years. We currently have a 13 yr old female and a 5 yr old male, along with a big boy 5 yr old retired racer full sized greyhound. Ours do great while we are at work during the day, probably because they have the company of the others. Our worst issue with most has been potty training. Obviously they have the bladder size of a tiny animal but after some time it gets better. I've also noticed after having both females and males that the males are much more clingy and attention hogging. Our females have been more independent. Same goes with the full size greys. But yea, there's very little opportunity for privacy or sleeping alone with IGs around! They love to be by you all the time. btw, thats a pretty blue IG you have!
Thank you 💙 I totally agree with what you are saying about females vs. males. From my experience, males are so much more affectionate and most females I‘ve met were also very close with their owners, but way more independent.
@@thelifeofnello he so cute
There is no doubt you are a terrific Mom to that iggy. I also believe many of your big concerns are tied to your own over protective motherly ways. Any tiny short haired "toy breed" has the issues you raise. The best dog of my life was a F.B. minpin I was lucky to share life with for 11 years. Currently have a minpin mix and a Cavalier KC spaniel. Looking for the correct Iggy right now. Reminder from a 65 YO Italian who has 2 kids. (both well into adulthood) Two legged children are FULL of idiosyncrasies, issues, problems, and special needs too!! Peace
I currently have a older tea cup chihuahua that weighs 3.5lbs. I’ve had her since she is 12 weeks old. 5:04 I am considering an IG as my next dog when she passes. I live in a hot climate, work mostly from home, and have potty trained 4 small dogs in my life. Is an IG breed right for me? I would love to hear from owners.
I’ve wanted an iggy for years, now I’m getting a boy in March! I’m fortunate to have a hybrid job situation and a dog friendly office space, but wanted to get your opinion on doggy daycares as a option for short stays during the day. I have friends who make use of the daycare services and say it was great for socialising their dogs, I’m just worried for ig’s who are more fragile - maybe they put the smaller breed’s separate? Would appreciate your feedback :-)
Are they good dogs for emotional, or companion dog?
We have this breed. They are so intelligent and sweet. ❤
I have an 11 month old iggy and I live alone and work. If I work 5+ hours I make sure to have someone come over to let him outside and to spend some time with him but it is doable. He does not like to be alone but he manages as long as someone checks in on him. It is doable and he is used to it as this is all he’s known since I got him as a puppy.
It may work for some, that is true 😊 That‘s why I said there are a few Iggies that will be okay with it. And it‘s great you have someone to check on him ☺️
I live in Florida so do I need clothes?
Are they hard to poddytrain
I’m able to get one baca use while I’m at work my mum will look after him for me I’ve spoilt him so much he even has a umbrella and socks and shoes 😂 ❤
I do homesschool and my mom works from home this is a great pet for me
I would even risk saying that Italian Greyhounds fill your life MORE than other breeds. It is a personal opinion here, of course, but I spent time in my life with other breeds (not all but some), and although ALL are of course equally lovable, none of them gets into you DEEPER than an Italian Greyhound. They are also dogs that requires more time to really know them, and there is definitely something subtle about them (mentally speaking), while the other dogs are maybe usually more… STRAIGHT FORWARD. Anyone can disagree… but this is my experience here. :)
Such a handsome little boy. We have a Whiggy, Whippet x Iggy. He feels the cold terribly and shivers if the temperature is anything below 18c. He is blue fawn but looks so much like Nello otherwise.
Love your videos! We had an iggy loved her to death but yes separation anxiety was difficult to deal with even just leaving for the night out. She would destroy puppy pads left out instead of using them and then mess wherever she wanted. That was another, item I was going to say the HARDEST breed to potty train, IMHO. If you can't deal with that and insure they can be put on a constant schedule to be let out and fed, not the breed for you, I think.
I agree with you on potty training. It is HARD. My IGGY in now 6 months old and I am unsure if I can say he is fully potty trained (living on 5th floor is not helping). We have been on a 2 - 2.5 hours schedule (except for night time) for the last 4 months. Suddenly last week we were able to switch to a four hours schedule. If you have some expensive carpet of furniture in your house... Think about it! No accident for the last two weeks now... Finger crossed.
Very true, thanks for adding that point to the list. Unfortunately many people struggle with potty training their iggy (we made a video on that too). So it‘s best to be prepared for that 😅
@@jackmemphis3139 Same situation as you but I’m on the 4th floor. I was able to FINALLY resolve this by using those fake turf/grass potty’s. Bought some of that puppy go here spray, used it a few times and didn’t take long before she started always using it and since their pee/poo is so small it’s a very easy cleanup. Been good for about 8 months now. One issue I have still yet to solve however is the potty breaks she does in the middle of the night, I have hardwood flooring except in the bedroom and sometimes she goes on the carpet.
Such a Great Video my english is Crap But i Understand what youre saying ❤
Thank you nugget
In your opinion , would be Homeoffice all day ok? Great video and content by the way❤❤❤
I miss Regina...she was a miniature greyhound. She was born August 8, 2008. I dont know if she is alive. She lives in Seattle with my daughter. She was a great dog! doggie.
I have 3 and i love so
Great video, thank you! We just got Biscuit the Iggy and we adore him but the only thing is that he poops everywhere in his crate overnight. We're trying to figure out if it's an anxiety thing and if we should just keep him in bed with us. Anyone experienced this with their Iggy?
Thank you! You could also try to give him his last meal of the day a bit earlier than you do now. But it could be out of many reasons, it‘s hard to tell
What if it poops the bed?
I have a n almost 10-month old Iggy who has peed in her own bed, on my bed, on the couch and on the ottoman, despite much effort with toilet training - She seems toilet trained - but all of a sudden, out of the blue, this will happen. I thought, when she was younger, it was just that she had a small bladder and needed to go, so just went wherever she happened to be. I also wondered if it was because she was trained to use pads and any soft surface was the same as a pad to her. It finally stopped , and I was so pleased, but this week she has started up again, just when I am training her to be in a "pen", so I can actually go out from time to time. I have been feeding her in the pen to adjust her to the environment, but one day this week I left her in it for approx 20 mins and she pooed and peed in there, and then peed on my bed the next day, so I, too, am wondering if it is an anxious response. So good Luck!
Great points! How are they with cats, in general? Okay?
I have a Iggy and a cat and they get along just fine.
Mine actually has a cat as their best friend lol
Dogs are pack animals. It's best to have two if working all day. Dogs sleep most of the day. They are just fine and equally loving if you work full time provided they are your focus when you get home. Funny people have no problem throwing their kids in daycare for 8 hours then dance or a sport and spend how much time with them and could care less about forming a bond with them hmmm could be society's problem we are more concerned for our dogs than our humans. 🙄 I say this with experience as I have owned multiple breeds and trained to specific traits. Dogs are amazing and this was a good info video. We currently have a whippet who house trained fully in one week but struggles to be on her own for too long which like you mentioned is a few hours only unlike any other breed we have had. Definitely a Whippet trait I am learning A lot of breeds do fine when given confidence and they feel secure. Consistency and knowing her routine has been very helpful with this. Overly pampered Dogs tend not to be confident dogs and that creates a whole host of problems. You did not mention house training in this breed. I have heard it's extremely difficult. Is this true? I do think they are neat little dogs but maybe too much as it is our whippet and her long legs is always on a lap lol. Thanks for your information!
Thanks for your comment! I made a separate video on potty training as well, unfortunately it is true, many people are struggling to get their Iggy house trained
Dog breeds that are prone to seperation anxiety, or already has seperation anxiety should definitely not be alone for the entire day, everyday.
You said you didn't know a dog breed that is so close to you but I think you overlooked Chihuahuas yes many people hate Chihuahuas because they are loud but they are so affectionate to their owners and similar to Italian greyhounds they want to be with you all the time.
He wraps himself around your arm! 😄🙂
Hehe yes he does 😅
When you have to leave an Iggy at home alone it is a good idea to leave the windows uncovered and have a piece of furniture they can perch on. My Iggy people watches for hours from his second floor throne.
Aw how cute! The movies for dogs 😅
I have the big version. A greygound, and he is very much like this. He doesnt need clothes untill its below 0-5 degrees tho.
Hi! I want an Iggy but I have a full time job, I just wanted to know if an Iggy would manage the separation anxiety better if he had a fellow Iggy to stay with him while I'm out. Thanks for your help! Nello is so cute 😍
Hi, I am by no my mean a specialist but I would say no. I own my IGGY for 4 months now and I am realising how much they need their humans. Too add up to my feeling, before I adopt my dog, my mom warned me about a neighbor who tought the same as you and now she has 2 very anxious IGGY with separation issues. One dog is getting the other more anxious. Of course, i can't tell how they were educated... You best bet would be to contact a good breeder and ask their toughts on this.
Please, if you have a full time job and no option for a dog sitter or anyone to look after the dog, don't get ANY dog.
@@jackmemphis3139 thank you very much for your reply! It has been quite enlightening 💜
@@aurora1445 I asked precisely to decide if I can have an Iggy or not. No need to be so passive agressive towards a person who is trying to do their best before making such a big decision.
I agree with Jack. They are probably better off with a friend but that means they can make 4-5h with good training maybe, but I still wouldn’t recommend to leave them alone for a whole day on a regular basis.
Thanks for the video, but if someone is working in a full time job i would not recommend any dog. All dogs suffer from staying home alone all day. Plz consider having some cats or a turtle if you have to work all day. thx
He is a beauty! 🙂👍👍
Thank you 🥰
I love those dogs and I think for the most part they should be on race track !
I don't want to get a dog now), I juts like to watch Nello and the video actually very interesting)
Thank you for your feedback 😊🙏🏻
thats why everyone always gets two, so they don't get lonely
Does anyone know how to go about finding a reputable breeder? I live in Maine. I’ve only adopted Greyhounds so I don’t know the first thing about finding a humane breeder. I’ve heard absolutely awful things so that’s why I’ve always adopted but my last Greyhound won’t be around forever😪 and I’d give anything to have an Italian Greyhound. They are much more portable than my big Greys. Thank you!
I have an Italian Greyhound black lab mix and I love her so much but I would never recommend her to anyone. She is constantly anxious, likes to go after other dogs (which is not how she acted initially), and though vocal bears teeth and attempts to bite you if you get in her person bubble. (Again started after we got other dogs) She's a rescue and I love her but I have no idea how to handle her when she gets nippy or when she gets out
Oh wow what an interesting mix
What if you have a second dog, can you leave them alone then?
He's cute. Actually deciding on right breed for a character in my story after checking AKC despriptions. Thought the breed might be perfect because he likes a playful small dog who worships him. Apparently, this dog's right for him but he will have to buy his doggie a coat since he lives in upstate New York. And, yeah, there's someone tthat will be home with the dog all day. Someone who likes kids and dogs and cats.
This breed sounds very similar to my miniature pinschers.
I have two tiny Yorkies and they are fine together at home all day while my husband and I work, we put out pee pads just in case of accidents. They do great all day by themselves they have each other as companions. We leave the food bowl down and the water bowl no problems ever.
Thank you and Hello, I can't seem to find any clothing that fits my IG I'm always sending them back for being too small could you help Plz Thanks . PS I noticed Nello wearing a nice one in this video. 😊
I’ve got a blue whippet and they’re the most loving/loyal breed I’ve ever had.. that’s his photo on my account.. I’m wanting a second 1, but the GF is having none of it.. 😞
NO dog should be left alone for longer than 3-4 hours. Goodness! Don't get any dog if you want to be out all day AND have no other family members or friends to take over. They are pack animals. You hurt them. They just survive. You always need to consider solid reliable backup care! Always.
Have an Iggy he was fine as long as he had his Frenchie girlfriend with him. Cool dogs. Always wants to be with me. This video is on point. They are not cool being alone.
I don't want an Italian greyhound, I want an Italian man
No you don't!
So right. Italian Greyhounds are real GLUE-DOGS (chiens pot-de-colle, as we call it), they follow you even in the toilets. And don't you DARE play with other dogs, they will NEVER stay aside and watch, but will comme and climb on you as to say "Hey, I'm here TOO!!" But… but they never come to you when you CALL on them! (except when treets are involved 😅) But this breed is so SPECIAL, in attitudes and in feelings (OK, OK, I am not very objective here… 😂), that sometimes you may just think: "It is NOT even a dog! It is a… CREATURE!" 😅
So true what you say ❤️ 100 percent agree
Enzo has 4 hours alone time in middle of the day, and he sleeps in my spot on the couch waiting for me to get home, i know this because i have a feeder machine with a camera and microphone.
PostScript; he is potty trained to pee n poo in the crate. Lots of folks got rid of their Iggy's after COVID because they pee allot(small blatter). If ya want one please do your own research, it goes along way!❤ My Iggy's and my parents pitbull are besties!
How would an Italian Greyhound handle Florida heat?