| Country of Origin: |
The Mediterranean basin, probably in what is now Greece and Turkey. |
| Group: |
Toy, although they are a true gazehound in miniature. (AKC) |
| Use Today: |
Lure coursing |
| Life Span: |
14 to 16 years, sometimes longer. |
| Color: |
Any color except brindle and black and tan. |
| Grooming: |
Clean teeth daily, brush weekly, clip toenails periodically. |
| Height: |
13 to 15 inches at the shoulders for show dogs, but many are larger, between 17 and 18 inches. |
| Weight: |
Most weigh between 8 and 12 pounds or slightly more. |
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