Facts & Origin
What is the Italian Border Greyollie?
The Italian Border Greyollie, a unique cross between the Border Collie and the Italian Greyollie, is a versatile and loving companion dog. His heritage presents an interesting combination of traits and abilities that make him an ideal companion for active families.
Origin and history
The parent breeds of the Italian Border Greyollie are both known for their high energy levels and speed. The Border Collie, originally bred in the Scottish-English border region as a herding dog, stands out for its intelligence and willingness to work. The Italian Greyhound, whose history dates back to ancient Rome, is known for its speed and elegance.
This combination results in an intelligent, fast and lively hybrid dog.
| Alternate Name | - |
| Origin | UK - Italy |
| Life expectancy | 10 - 15 years |
| Care requirements | high-maintenance - low-maintenance |
| Activity level | high |
| FCI group | not recognised |
| AKC group | not recognised |
| KC group | not recognised |
Attitude, character and temperament of the breed
Character and suitability
The Italian Border Greyollie is characterized by its friendly and intelligent nature. These dogs are eager to learn, which makes them excellent candidates for training, even complex tasks. In addition, they are characterized by their initial reticence towards strangers, but they quickly gain trust with good-natured people. Being very social, they usually get along well with other dogs and enjoy their company.
- Intelligent and trainable: thanks to the intelligence of the Border Collie, the Italian Border Greyollie is easy to train and learns new commands quickly.
- Energetic and active: this hybrid needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation, making it ideal for active owners.
- Social and friendly: With his affectionate nature, the Italian Border Greyollie is a great companion for both families and individuals. He gets along well with other dogs and loves company.
Husbandry tips
The Italian Border Greyollie needs plenty of room to run and play. Also consider providing regular mental challenges to develop his intelligence. In addition, ensure a balanced and nutritious diet to promote his health and well-being. Since his short coat length makes him sensitive to cold, adequate protection should be provided in cold environments.
Character
Health and breeding information
Health and Care of the Italian Border Greyollie
Crossing two different breeds can possibly help improve health by reducing the risk of specific breed health problems. However, Italian Border Greyollies may still be prone to the health problems of both parent breeds. Regular veterinary examinations and proper nutrition are recommended to ensure the best possible health for these dogs.
Both parent breeds have short to medium length coats and therefore require only moderate grooming. Brushing once a week should be enough to keep their coats clean and healthy.
Diet and Exercise
The Italian Border Greyollie's diet should be balanced and healthy. Since this dog is active, it needs adequate protein and carbohydrates to meet its energy needs. Make sure you choose high quality food.
Since these dogs are a mix of the active Border Collie and the agile Greyhound, they will need plenty of exercise. They love to run, play and perform tasks, so they are the perfect companions for active people.
Breeding of the Italian Border Greyollie
Breeding the Italian Border Greyollie should always be done responsibly and by breeders who have the dogs' best interests at heart. It is important that the parents are healthy and have undergone the necessary health checks to ensure that no genetic diseases are passed on.
What does this mixed breed look like?
Visually, the Italian Border Greyollie inherits key characteristics from its parent breeds. He features a possibly lean and athletic build inherited from the Italian Greyollie, combined with the distinctive coat pattern typical of the Border Collie.
The coat of the Italian Border Greyollie can vary depending on the dominant parent. It could have a short and smooth coat like the Greyhound or a medium to long coat like a Border Collie.
| Fur length | medium - short |
| Fur | flat coated |
| Ear shape | Standing Ears - Tilt-ear |
| Tail | fanned out - lang |
| Anatomy | slim, sporty, slim, dainty, sporty |
| Size ♀ | 4 - 53 cm |
| Weight ♀ | 12 - 38 kg |
| Size ♂ | 4 - 56 cm |
| Weight ♂ | 14 - 38 kg |
| Suitable For | - |
Known Diseases
Epilepsy
Definition: Dog has epilepsy if, for example, at least two epileptic seizures occur more than 24 hours apart.
Eye diseases
Often occur with allergies and intolerances.
FAQ
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It can reach an average age of 14-16 years.
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An Italian Border Greyollie is an intelligent and bright animal that has a similar character to its parent breeds. They are very energetic, curious and playful, but also very affectionate and loyal.
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Yes, these mixed breeds make great family dogs as they are loving and gentle.
