Italian Greyhound Price: How Much Do They Cost in 2026?

Complete cost breakdown for the Italian Greyhound including purchase price, first-year costs, and ongoing monthly expenses.

Puppy Price

$1000–$2500

First Year Cost

$3,840

Monthly Cost

$117

Italian Greyhound Price Overview

Expect to pay $1000–$2500 for a Italian Greyhound puppy from a reputable source in 2026. Expect to pay $1,400 to $3,000 from reputable breeders. Health-tested puppies from fracture-free lines command the higher end of this range..

First-year ownership costs average $3,840, with ongoing expenses running about $117 per month. Investing in a well-bred puppy from a health-testing breeder often saves money on veterinary bills long-term.

Price Breakdown

Pet-quality puppy	$1000–$1750
Show-quality puppy	$1750–$2500
Adoption/rescue	$$150–$400

Ongoing Costs

Food (monthly)	$37–59
Grooming (monthly)	$65–73
Vet visits (annual)	$382–750
Insurance (monthly)	$40–85
Supplies (annual)	$288–407

Price by Color/Type

Standard colors	$1000–$2500
Rare colors	$3000–$3750

Where to Buy a Italian Greyhound

Where to find a Italian Greyhound:

National breed club referrals: The Italian Greyhound parent club maintains a breeder directory requiring health testing for conditions like Leg Fractures
Rescue organizations: Breed-specific rescues offer Italian Greyhounds at $150–$500 vs. $1000–$2500 from breeders
AKC Marketplace: Verified breeder listings with documented health clearances

A good breeder of this toy breed health-tests both parents, raises puppies in a home environment, and screens prospective buyers carefully. Expect to pay $1,400 to $3,000 from reputable breeders. Health-tested puppies from fracture-free lines command the higher end of this range..

Scam Warning

A Italian Greyhound priced far below $1000 should raise immediate red flags. Reputable breeders invest $500+ per parent in health testing (including Leg Fractures screening), quality nutrition, and proper socialization—costs reflected in the $1000–$2500 price range. Expect to pay $1,400 to $3,000 from reputable breeders. Health-tested puppies from fracture-free lines command the higher end of this range..

Frequently Asked Questions

Expect to pay $1000–$2500 for a Italian Greyhound puppy from a responsible breeder. Expect to pay $1,400 to $3,000 from reputable breeders. Health-tested puppies from fracture-free lines command the higher end of this range..

Responsible Italian Greyhound breeders invest heavily in health clearances, prenatal care, quality food, and socialization before puppies go home. The $1000–$2500 price range reflects these costs–not profit margin.

Breed-specific rescue organizations often have Italian Greyhounds seeking new homes at $150–$500. Beloved companion dogs popular among artists, writers, and urban professionals who appreciate their elegance and low-shedding coats. They also compete successfully in lure coursing.–rescued adults let you see the mature temperament before committing. Search the national breed club's rescue directory, Petfinder, and local shelters.

Monthly expenses for a Italian Greyhound average $117. Food costs are moderate at $37–59/month for this small-sized breed. Grooming costs are manageable at $65–73/month. Insurance runs $40–85/month, and annual vet costs add $382–750.

Whether a Italian Greyhound is worth $1000–$2500 depends on your lifestyle match. With energy rated 3/5, trainability at 3/5, and 4/5 for apartment suitability, this breed rewards owners who can provide 60+ minutes of daily activity and consistent training. Italian Greyhounds are sensitive, elegant athletes who love to sprint like greyhounds and then curl up under blankets like cats. They combine speed with supreme snuggling ability..