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 Soft Coated Woxer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Athletic
Intelligent
Agile
Companionable
Mischievous

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless
Spirited
Faithful
Brave
Bright

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

Soft Coated Woxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Avoid Soft Coated Woxers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Italy

United States

Sighthound

Boxer, Soft-Coated Wheaten 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

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

Ancient Times

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Gray
Black
Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Cream
Isabella

Italian Greyhounds have short coats.

Soft Coated Woxers are known for their coat length.

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 Soft Coated Woxer 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.

Periodontal Disease

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Hypothyroidism
Mast Cell Tumors
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures

Allergies
Eye Problems
Ear Health and Infection

Eye
Knee
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Full Physical Examination
Blood Glucose Tests
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

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

Soft Coated Woxers 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.

Soft Coated Woxer 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.

Soft Coated Woxers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Soft Coated Woxers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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 Soft Coated Woxer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Soft Coated Woxer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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, Soft Coated Woxer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Soft Coated Woxer feed 3.5 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 Soft Coated Woxer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 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 Soft Coated Woxer is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Italian Greyhound has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Soft Coated Woxers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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 Soft Coated Woxer 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.

Soft Coated Woxers 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.

Soft Coated Woxers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Soft Coated Woxers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Soft Coated Woxers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.