Back to Breeds

Dog breed

Levriero Sardo

Rare, ancient sighthound landrace from Sardinia, Italy, known for its lean, athletic build and speed. This slender breed has strong hunting instincts and a reserved, independent temperament, traditionally used for hunting hares and small game across rugged terrain.

Life span
12–15 years
Origin
Sardinia, Italy
Levriero Sardo dog breed

Profile

Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
12–15 years
Temperament
Independent, alert, loyal, intelligent, reserved
Origin
Sardinia, Italy
Breed group
Hound
Weight
18–25 kg
Height
56–64 cm

About

Levriero Sardo

Description

Rare, ancient sighthound landrace from Sardinia, Italy, known for its lean, athletic build and speed. This slender breed has strong hunting instincts and a reserved, independent temperament, traditionally used for hunting hares and small game across rugged terrain.

History

The Levriero Sardo, or Sardinian Greyhound, is an ancient landrace sighthound native to the island of Sardinia. Believed to have descended from sighthounds brought to the region by ancient civilizations such as the Phoenicians, it has been prized by local hunters for centuries for its speed and stamina. The breed is rare and not recognized by major international kennel clubs but is documented in regional breed registries and is the focus of preservation efforts by local enthusiasts.

Temperament

Personality traits

Independent alert loyal intelligent reserved

PawNido app

Track this pet in the PawNido app

Keep routines, reminders, logs, care notes, and training progress organized in one privacy-first place.

Download app

Related content

Care and training for Levriero Sardo

Health general

Dog Weekly Checkup Health General Guide

weekly checkup can help you notice changes in your dog's normal patterns. Track appetite, water, energy, bathr...

This is general information only and is not a veterinary diagnosis. Do not give medicine or change treatment without consulting a veterinarian.
Health general

Dog Travel Preparation Health General Guide

travel preparation can help you notice changes in your dog's normal patterns. Track appetite, water, energy, b...

This is general information only and is not a veterinary diagnosis. Do not give medicine or change treatment without consulting a veterinarian.
Health general

Dog Cold Weather Plan Health General Guide

cold weather plan can help you notice changes in your dog's normal patterns. Track appetite, water, energy, ba...

This is general information only and is not a veterinary diagnosis. Do not give medicine or change treatment without consulting a veterinarian.
Health general

Dog Rainy Day Plan Health General Guide

rainy day plan can help you notice changes in your dog's normal patterns. Track appetite, water, energy, bathr...

This is general information only and is not a veterinary diagnosis. Do not give medicine or change treatment without consulting a veterinarian.
safety

Dog Weekly Checkup Safety Guide

Use weekly checkup to reduce avoidable risk for your dog. Check the home setup, storage, weather, travel gear,...

behavior

Dog Hot Weather Plan Behavior Guide

hot weather plan works best when your dog has predictable routines, enough rest, and reward-based guidance. No...

grooming

Dog Hot Weather Plan Grooming Guide

Make hot weather plan part of a calm grooming rhythm for your dog. Keep sessions short, reward relaxed behavio...

feeding

Dog Hot Weather Plan Feeding Guide

Use hot weather plan as a simple feeding checkpoint for your dog. Keep meals predictable, provide fresh water,...

advanced

Dog Advanced Sit

A advanced dog lesson for sit using short, reward-based practice.

advanced

Dog Advanced Stay

A advanced dog lesson for stay using short, reward-based practice.

advanced

Dog Advanced Recall

A advanced dog lesson for recall using short, reward-based practice.

advanced

Dog Advanced Leash Walking

A advanced dog lesson for leash walking using short, reward-based practice.