The Italian Greyhound is the smallest of the Sighthound family.
It is an ancient breed and it is believed that its roots go back to Egypt, Turkey and Greece.
It became popular in southern Europe - especially in Italy - during the sixteenth century and eventually won the hearts of royalty throughout Europe. This tiny, personable miniature Greyhound was originally bred as a companion dog but later gained a reputation for having sufficient endurance and speed for coursing small game.
Thousands of years ago Sighthounds were bred to notice movement and to chase, catch, and kill their prey mainly by speed.
These days most Sighthounds are kept as pets, their owners can practice various dog sports with them such as racing and lure coursing.
Lure coursing is typically only open to breeds which may be considered as Sighthounds, but the problem is that the Canadian Kennel Club,
the American Kennel Club and the Federation Cynologique Internationale have different opinions about which breeds are on the list of
Sighthounds and are acceptable to compete in lure coursing trials.
The FCI considers 13 different greyhound shaped dogs being Sighthounds whilst the CKC and the AKC have more breeds on their list.
In this BLOG we will collect photographs of the 13 breeds considered by the FCI as being Sighthounds.
German Irish Wolfhounds 100 years celebration show
Every year Sighthounds come together for their summer festival at castle “Fürstenberg”.
For the 17th year in a succession the German Sighthound Club (DWZRV) is organizing this festival.
Exhibitors and guests from all over Europe are expected at this famous Sighthound Festival
that has become a highlight of the International show scene.
At this years show there is also a celebration for 100 years of Irish Wolfhound breeding in the German Sighthound Club.
The “gentle giants” are going to be the centre of attention with a special show including events, additional titles and special prizes.
All visitors are welcome to participate in a special auction.
Antiques and curiosities will be offered which will mark a special highlight for all Sighthound lovers and collectors.
This year the showground is almost doubled in size:
the total area of the international Horse Riding Stadium on both sides of the tribune will be available.
Available for worldwide bookings.
Contact us also for our interesting colour stock library.
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