While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian Greyhounds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Cava-Chin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Athletic
Intelligent
Agile
Companionable
Mischievous

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Italian Greyhounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cava-Chins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Italian Greyhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Cava-Chins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Italy

United States

Sighthound

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Gray
Black
Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Italian Greyhounds have short coats.

Cava-Chins have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An Italian Greyhound can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cava-Chin can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Periodontal Disease

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures

Cataracts

Eye
Knee
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Italian Greyhounds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Cava-Chins are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Italian Greyhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cava-Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Greyhounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Cava-Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Italian Greyhounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cava-Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Italian Greyhounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cava-Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

In general most Italian Greyhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cava-Chins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Italian Greyhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Cava-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Italian Greyhound feed 1.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Cava-Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Italian Greyhound is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cava-Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Greyhound is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cava-Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Italian Greyhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Cava-Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Italian Greyhounds are not suitable for children.

Cava-Chins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian Greyhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cava-Chins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Italian Greyhounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cava-Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Italian Greyhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.