Cross Breeds

Is This Dog an Italian Greyhound Daschund Mix?

This is my boy dog, Sparky. We aren't sure if this is his breed, but this is most definitely the closest we've come. He can run pretty fast, and he has a high prey drive. He likes to try and catch the birds by jumping up and chase the squirrels on the fence. Sparky can jump about four feet up in the air and is very energetic. He's friendly to everyone except cats and people walking in the street. He loves to lick and he's a lovable dog. Sparky isn't what you would call 'calm' as he is spunky and energetic. He has a unique bark and barks at everyone and thing. He barks at the mailman, to get attention, when he gets dinner, everything. He's motivated by food, but he also loves his toys. Although, he doesn't really get the 'fetch' idea. He's pretty smart, and he knows: Sit, Wait, Shake, and Speak. He loves to squeak his toys and play tug-o-war, and likes to be carried around. He isn't very fond of water, and hates being given a bath. Sparky has to wear clothes in the winter to keep him warm too. He weighs approx. 13 pounds and stands about 14 inches at the shoulder. My aunt found him on the side of the road in a small trailer park and brought him to my house and we fell in love. He wasn't micro-chipped and had demodex mange, and he couldn't find his owners so we kept him. We estimated his birthday to be February 16th, 2009 so he is about 3 years old. He's been with us since September 2009. Here are a few pictures to help: http://tinypic.com/r/16ljz7k/7 http://tinypic.com/r/118lj5f/7 http://tinypic.com/r/dpe0p4/7 http://tinypic.com/r/wlszl3/7 http://tinypic.com/r/14mcjva/7 http://tinypic.com/r/116rmkl/7 Thanks!

Public Comments

1. I actually think your dog is part Jack Russel. I don't see any Dachshund in him.
2. Chihuahua with Italian grey hound?
3. it definatley loks like an italian greyhound but im not sure if its mixed with a dachhound
4. i believe so
5. He looks part chihuahua. He also sounds like my pom/chi.
6. My dog has a toy duck too! But yeah, his face and body shape look chihuahua. But his tail is different... I can't say for sure, but here's a video to help YOU decide, since I can't exactly tell how big he is. It's of a Greyhuahua (the name for that kind of mix.) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-II_-oJV_BA By the way, I must say, he is one handsome little man! :)
7. I don't see a bit of Doxie in him! But do see an Italian Greyhound and other terrier types in the background. He is cute.