The smallest of the sighthounds, the Italian Greyhound is an ancient companion breed prized at the courts of Europe for its grace and gentle nature. The Italian Greyhound gathers the scattered early literature of the breed – its history, description, character and management – into a single readable volume.
These collected accounts range across the Italian Greyhound's history and origins, its description and character, and the practical business of rearing, breeding and showing it, assembled from the works of the fanciers and authorities who knew the breed best.
A rewarding companion for Italian Greyhound enthusiasts and breed historians alike, this modern edition keeps a wealth of early material in print and within easy reach.
This edition features:
- Brings the breed's foundational writers together in one collection.
- Covers the breed's history, origins, description and character.
- Includes period guidance on breeding, rearing and showing.