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 Mini Cairn Pin 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
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

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

Mini Cairn Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Italy

United States

Sighthound

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

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

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Gray
Black
Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream

Gray
White

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 Mini Cairn Pin can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Italian Greyhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mini Cairn Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Italian Greyhound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Mini Cairn Pins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Periodontal Disease

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures

None

Eye
Knee
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Mini Cairn Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Greyhound, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Cairn Pin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 Mini Cairn Pins 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 Mini Cairn Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Italian Greyhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Mini Cairn Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Mini Cairn Pin 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 Mini Cairn Pin is somewhere $1.00 - $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 Mini Cairn Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

The Mini Cairn Pin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Italian Greyhounds are not suitable for children.

Mini Cairn Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian Greyhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Mini Cairn Pins are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Italian Greyhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Mini Cairn Pins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.