Small Greeks!

Small Greek Domestic Dogs are so cool so why don't you have a look at some facts about them!

#1. "In general the Small Greek Domestic Dog is larger in size than the Alopekis."

#2. "The breed has dropped ears."

#3. "Two coat types occur, long and shorthaired. The long hair is the most common now and also the most commonly represented type on ancient artifacts. The shorthaired type seems to be an intermediate form between the Small Greek Domestic Dog and the Alopekis. Currently the shorthaired variety is unmentioned in the provisional standard, but they are numerous enough to one day be accepted."

#4. "An ancient breed of the Hellenic (Greek) dog, Meliteo Kinidio."

#5. "The Small Greek Domestic dogs are ideal companions, extremely expressive, and highly perceptive."

#6. "They are adept hunters of small game and birds."

#7. "They need daily pack walks to burn mental and physical energy."

#8. "Make sure you are this dog's firm, confident, consistent pack leader to avoid Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behavior problems."

#9. "Always remember, dogs are canines, not humans."

#10. "Be sure to meet their natural instincts as animals."

#11. "If you are not this dog's pack leader, it can become fearless and territorial and possessive of their owners. These are not breed traits, but rather behaviors brought on by the lack of a true human leader."

#12. "They should be taken on daily, long walks."

#13. "At one time the Alopekis and Small Greek Domestic Dog were considered to be different types of the same breed. This has since changed and provisional standards have been written for each breed since both breed true to type. In terms of numbers, this breed is more common than the Alopekis, although both breeds would be the easiest and most likely breeds to be exported from Greece and established elsewhere. Due to their small size, people seem to instinctively keep them as companions, some times for generations. This is a tradition that goes all the way back to ancient Greece. A large number of images on ancient friezes, pottery, and amphorae show this breed as a companion to women and children. Meliteo Kinidio translates to Honey (Small) Dog, probably due to their sweet (like honey) disposition and the name Alopekis translates to "Fox", due to its foxy looks and size."

#14. "This breed of dog is of a medium size ranging from approximately 20-25 pounds."

#15. "The breed has good longevity and lives into their late teens. Major health issues are unknown. As with many dogs, they love to jump. With their long back, jumping can lead to injury and should be discouraged. Other health issues can be minor dental issues and cataracts late in life."

Info #1-#13 from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/smallgreekdomesticdog.htm

Info #14-#15 and pic from: : http://dogbreedsdogs.blogspot.com/2011/01/meliteo-kinidio-small-greek-domestic.html