While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Xoloitzcuintles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Italian Grey Min Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Cheerful
Loyal
Calm
Companionable
Protective

Playful
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Clever
Mischievous

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

Italian Grey Min Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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spitz, primitive types

Miniature Pinscher and Italian Greyhound

ancient, pre-columbian times

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Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Fawn
Brindle
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

A Xoloitzcuintle can have a litter of 15-18 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.

An Italian Grey Min Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

The Xoloitzcuintle is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

While the Italian Grey Min Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease

Dry Skin
Sunburn
Teeth Issues

Periodontal Disease
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Congenital Eye Defects

Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Electronic Nerve Response and Activity Test
DNA

Xoloitzcuintles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Xoloitzcuintle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Grey Min Pin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Xoloitzcuintles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Italian Grey Min Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hiking playing, Play keep away, Nap, Dog Parks

Beach activites, Playing, Running, Cuddling, Watching tv, Sleeping

Xoloitzcuintles are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Italian Grey Min Pins are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Xoloitzcuintle, it's at least 8 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 Italian Grey Min Pin, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Xoloitzcuintles usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Italian Grey Min Pins usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Xoloitzcuintle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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For an average 19-31 pound (9 - 14 kg) Xoloitzcuintle feed 2.2 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Grey Min Pin feed 1 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 a Xoloitzcuintle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Grey Min Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Xoloitzcuintle 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.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Grey Min Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

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

Italian Grey Min Pin is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Xoloitzcuintles make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Italian Grey Min Pin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Xoloitzcuintles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian Grey Min Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Xoloitzcuintles are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Italian Grey Min Pins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Xoloitzcuintles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian Grey Min Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Xoloitzcuintles are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Italian Grey Min Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.