Unfortunately, the Italian Greagle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bich-poos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Active
Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual

United States

Australia

Italian Greyhound, Beagle

Poodle and Bichon Frise

2000s

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Gray
Brindle
White

Fawn
White

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

Bich-poos have medium-length coats.

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.

A Bich-poo can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease
Corneal Dystrophy

Ear Infections
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Shivering

Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)

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

Eye
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Italian Greagle has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bich-poo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Greagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bich-poos have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bich-poo, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Bich-poos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper

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.

For an average 9-18 pound (4 - 8 kg) Bich-poo feed 1 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 an Italian Greagle is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Bich-poo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Bich-poo is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Bich-poos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Italian Greagles have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bich-poos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Bich-poos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Italian Greagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Bich-poos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian Greagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bich-poos are highly friendly around strangers.