Welcome to Midwest Italian Greyhound (and friends) Rescue

We’ve been fostering and finding forever homes for Italian Greyhounds and other small breed dogs for over 20 years.

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    Meet Meeko

    Meeko is a delight. She is a calm dog, eager to please. She is shy but a very happy dog pleased to be with people, and follows her foster mom everywhere.

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    Meet Nicki

    Nicki is a 5 year old female Italian Greyhound. Nicki is new in rescue but so far seems laid back, quiet and a little shy. We are sure she will bloom into a sweet dog in the right environment.

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Is an Italian Greyhound right for your family?

Italian Greyhounds don’t do well in every family because they have special needs. Read More to find out if an IG is a good fit for you.

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House training the Italian Greyhound

The number one reason IGs are surrendered is because of house training issues. Learn how to house train your IG and keep him house trained through winter.

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Italian Greyhounds and Small Children

The number two reason IGs are surrendered is because a baby was born. Learn about IGs and young children before adopting.