Boarding an Italian Greyhound

The Italian Greyhound is a lap dog and a sighthound at once, and the AKC says it needs extra care in cold weather.

A tiny sighthound who likes warmth

At 7 to 14 pounds, an Italian Greyhound fits Economy (4x4 ft, $52 a night). Two from one home can share for $52 and $44.

Coat and baths

Short and smooth with occasional shedding. The AKC notes a short-coat, low-fat breed needing extra care in cold weather. The runs are heated in winter, with Kuranda beds and blankets. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, 15 pounds or less is $25 in the short column. Please ask to confirm.

Alert, playful, sensitive

The AKC says IGs would much rather be in your lap or bed than on the floor, and that they will bolt after quick-moving prey. The fenced play areas are the right place to run. Staff walk your pet in from the car.

Heat, cold and the run

Winter comfort is the priority for this breed, and the heated runs are there for it. In summer, an IG is comfortable in the air-conditioned inside space.

Warmth and bedding

The AKC says Italian Greyhounds need extra care in cold weather. The runs are heated in winter, and Kuranda beds and blankets are in every run. Many IGs burrow into a blanket, which is fine.

The hand-off from the car

Leave your IG in the car at check-in. Staff carry belongings and walk your pet in, and on cold or hot pavement they may scoop and hurry. Remove any metal pinch (prong) collar. IGs are slender, so a snug harness or collar matters; tell staff about anything your dog wears.

Rates and sharing

Economy is $52 a night, $47 from 14 nights. Two IGs from one home share for $52 and $44. A 3 night weekend is 3 x $52 = $156.

A week for one Italian Greyhound

Figures are from the 2026 rates. You pay the balance at pick-up. The reduced rate starts at 14 nights; active military families pay that same reduced rate, about 10 percent off (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm).