Italian Greyhound Price: How Much Does an Italian Greyhound Cost?

Italian Greyhounds are small, fine-boned sighthounds with a very short coat. Published breeder prices for them are some of the least consistent in this breed series, with one guide placing them near the bottom and two others placing them well above it. Annual costs are more predictable: little grooming, a small appetite, and ordinary vet care.

Prices carry a check date of Oct 13, 2026. They describe pet puppies and typical owner spending.

Three sources report breeder prices. Lemonade sits lower than Chewy and PetMD, which agree with each other.

The disagreement is the main thing to understand. A breed with relatively few breeders may produce quotes above one guide's published range, and a guide built on different sellers may land lower. Do not rely on any single guide. Get written quotes from several breeders and compare what each includes.

Italian Greyhounds do reach rescues, including breed-specific groups, though pups are uncommon. Adults and seniors are the dogs most likely available.

Fees often include vaccines, spay or neuter surgery, and a microchip. A rescue will ask about your home, especially about fencing, stairs, and furniture, because the breed is slim and delicate.

You do not need much gear for a dog this small, but it needs the right gear. Harnesses fit differently on a narrow chest, and cold-weather clothing is common for a thin-coated dog.

Grooming is the smallest line. A short, fine coat needs very little professional care. Dental cleanings are the primary recurring professional expense that Lemonade names for the breed. Food is modest, and toys and supplies are small.

Veterinary care in the table covers wellness exams, vaccines, and dental care. Treatment for illness or injury is extra. Ask your vet about dental care for small breeds, since the cost can add up over time.

• Breeder supply. Few breeders and small litters mean waits and sometimes travel.
• Health testing and contracts. Reputable breeders document testing and offer written agreements.
• Show or breeding potential. Pet-quality puppies are priced below show-quality ones.
• Color. Some breeders price rarer colors higher. Color is a cosmetic choice.
• Region and shipping. If the nearest breeder is far away, the flight or drive adds to your budget.

Because the breed is fine-boned, owners often spend on things not in published breed figures:

• Clothing and bedding. Thin-coated dogs commonly wear coats and sweaters in cold weather.
• Home safety. Baby gates, pet stairs, and ramps help keep a delicate dog off high furniture.
• Dental care. Brushing supplies and professional cleanings.
• Fencing or leash gear. A sighthound may need a secure yard and a well-fitted harness.

Check local pet stores and clinics for current prices before you buy.

• Which health tests were done on both parents?
• Can I see recent photos or video of the parents and where the puppies are raised?
• What vaccines has the puppy had?
• What does your contract cover, and will you take the dog back?
• Is the price for a pet-quality puppy, and does it include registration paperwork?

Because published prices disagree, treat quotes from breeders as the real data. Contact at least three breeders and write down the price, deposit, what is included, and when the puppy would come home. Ask whether the price changes if you want a different sex or color. Ask what the contract says about health guarantees and returns.

If you are considering rescue, contact breed-specific groups early and tell them what you can offer. Adult dogs are often a better fit than puppies for owners who work away from home, and they cost much less to acquire. A rescue can also tell you how the dog behaves around stairs, children, and other animals, which a puppy cannot show yet.

A puppy costs the most to acquire and brings the first-year vet series, training, and replacement of chewed items. An adult from a breeder's retired program or a rescue often costs less and may already have its vaccines and surgery done. The tradeoff is that you start with less certainty about its history. Whichever you choose, ask for the vet records and keep copies, since they save repeat charges at your own clinic.

Insurance is not in the tables. Premiums depend on location, age, and plan details. Get quotes while the dog is young, compare exclusions, and ask your vet which conditions to ask the insurer about.