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Kaz is a very sweet, gentle dog. Honestly, I don't know what breed he is. His paperwork says Italian Greyhound, but I just don't see it. Maybe Whippet? Some type of mini Shepherd? I don't know, but I do know he is really handsome. Look at those eyes! One is brown and the other is blue. Kaz is a little bit timid right now, but that is probably because we rescued him from a kill shelter!

Foster update: Kaz is being fostered by one of our wonderful foster mom and dads. They had this to say about Kaz. He loves to run run run (must be the grayhound/whipped in him). He enjoyed spending time at Brittney's parents house because of the huge yard. He did well with there 2 larger labs. Followed them around but was a little timid at play. He is warming up nicely and is enjoying to company of the fosters young puppy. I think the best home for him would be one with another dog and a LARGE fenced back yard to get all the running out of the way. He is ok with cats but likes to chase them.

Foster updat 7/14: Just wanted to let you know I think that Kaz needs to go with a family with a huge yard or someone who goes running, he loves going on runs with Brett. He is fine with children but I do not think any kids under two would be good. He growls when they bite him or pull his ears and such. He is great with the puppy and other dogs but he growls sometimes when he does not want them to take his toy, and will get snappy with cow hooves at times. He is perfectly fine with sharing dog food just not his toys when he wants them to himself. But its not like he tries to bite Dyson's head off, just lets him know when he wants to play alone. He would be great for anyone who wants a loyal loving dog, follows you everywhere and knows all the normal commands and waits patiently. Just though this was a little bit better insight on Kaz.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Italian Greyhound is a very old Greyhound. Interestingly, a dog similar to the Italian Greyhound of today was found in a 6000 year old Egyptian tomb. Like the Greyhound, this breed was brought to Europe by the Phoenicians. The breed was later developed by the Romans. As evidence, a small Greyhound was found in an ancient lava flow in Pompeii. During the sixteenth century, this delicate dog became popular with European nobility, and is portrayed in many paintings of that time. The breed was favored by Catherine the Great of Russia, James I of England, Anne of Denmark and Queen Victoria, among others. Frederick the Great of Prussia liked his little Italian Greyhound so much, he even took one to war with him. When his Italian Greyhound died, he buried him with his own hands on the grounds of his Sands Souci Palace. In 1991, Frederick's family granted his dying wishes and transferred his remains to Sans Souci, and placed them beside his little Italian Greyhound. A nineteenth century African chieftain was so taken with these graceful dogs that he offered 200 cattle in exchange for a single specimen. The Italian Greyhound is an excellent companion dog.
The Italian Greyhound is a gentle, submissive and affectionate dog. They become very attached to their masters and can be reserved with strangers. Playful and intelligent, generally these dogs are not difficult to train provided their handler is consistent with them. They are often naughty and are aware of it. It is important that you can see the funny side when things go wrong but this does not mean allowing them to take advantage of you. This dog can be high strung and timid and must be handled very gently. This is a pet for a quiet household where there are no lively children, although they do get along well with behaved children and other dogs and cats. In a stressful situation it needs constant reassurance by stroking. They are very dependent and peaceful. It can be snappish if it is frightened. This breed can be difficult to housebreak. They are generally easy to get along with and take care of. This dog is extremely fast! Young Italian Greyhounds are very active. They can climb wire fencing and are very inquisitive - j