Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

Loving
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Dunkers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Italian Greagles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Norway

United States

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

Italian Greyhound, Beagle

19th Century

2000s

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

Brown
Gray
Brindle
White

Dunkers have medium-length coats.

Italian Greagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Dunker can have a litter of 10-12 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 Greagle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

Dunkers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Italian Greagles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dunkers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Deafness

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Eye Disease
Beagle Dwarfism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism
Invertebral Disc Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Shivering

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Eye and Ear Examination

Dunkers 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.

Italian Greagles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dunker, it's at least 14 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 Greagle, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dunkers 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.

In general most Italian Greagles usually need at least 30 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 Dunker has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Ideally, Dunker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian Greagle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-39 pound (11 - 18 kg) Dunker feed 2.5 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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Italian Greagle feed 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.

The average cost of a Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Greagle is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $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 Greagle 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.

Dunkers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Dunkers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Italian Greagles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Italian Greagles have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dunkers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Dunkers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Italian Greagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.