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Ruscelli Italian Greyhounds
- Florida
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Megan, the breeder behind Ruscelli Italian Greyhounds located in Florida. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.
Q. & A. with Megan
Why did you start breeding?
When I was about 4, my family met a sheltie breeder. I can remember being in awe of her vision from an early age. I was able to get hands on experience raising puppies not just through her, but other breeders as well. I firmly believe we never stop learning, and so I try to keep my knowledge book a work in progress.What makes your program special?
There are many large scale operations, and many breeders breeding specifically for conformation and coursing. My vision includes beauty, AND brains. Health of course is a major factor. There is a wait list currently. I never have puppies available immediately. My waitlist is not first come first served. We do things by temperament and matching to homes. Please inquire for further information.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl
ReservedFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Ruscelli Wildest Dreams
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Eddie
Went homeMale
Maggie
Went homeFemale
Tillie
Went homeFemale
Raven
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Megan
Megan has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Connect with Megan to learn more details about pricing.
“Price includes AKC registration papers, vaccinations, health certificate, microchip, and a few extras for your new family member. I do not remove dew claws unless requested. Price varies for show vs pet quality. Female show quality puppies are generally hard to come by. Please inquire for pricing and availability.”
Contract & health guarantee
Megan may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Megan offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Megan directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Megan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Florida
800 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tampa Airport
817 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Megan can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Megan
Club memberships
Megan is a member of Toy Dog Club of South Florida.
Megan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Megan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Megan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ruscelli Italian Greyhounds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
Megan
Program update on 09 Sept. •Trixie won an owner handled best in show while we were in Des Moines Iowa. She also brought home an owner handled group 2 the 2nd day.
Megan
Litter update on 09 Sept. •…Donut is expecting beginning of October. This will be a very small litter.. looks like only 2 puppies based on ultrasound! Message for information! I will not be keeping any males produced from this litter
Pickles and Donut's litter
Parent dogs
Trixie, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Trixie
Trixie is a beautiful, typey blue fawn girl. Out of my best foundation girl Moira, and Sired by GCH Wynson's Royal Blue. I expect this girl to be my next special. Trixie finished her AKC championship speedily from the bred by exhibitor class winning multiple best of breeds over top specials. She is a multiple group placing, owner handled best in show winning, multiple NOHS group winning, multiple NOHS placing dog. We are just getting started! Look for Trixie in the ring in 2026. Trixie finished her grand championship quickly in just a few weekends of showing with 5 majors and champion defeats. Most of her points came from best of breed wins. Trixie finished number 8 in the AKC NOHS series for 2025. She is currently ranked in the top 15 Italian Greyhounds in the breed rankings and top 10 in the all breed. Considering she has only been showing since July, I am very pleased she is contending with a field of beautiful dogs. Breeding not planned any time soon. 2027 most likely. Health testing so far FEH:N/N SPRA1: AA BB Cc DD EE PCAG: N/N Patellas: normal
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, +2 more.
Pickles, dad
Italian Greyhound
About Pickles
Pickles is a black and white boy. He is about 16" tall and 11lbs. He is bright and engages well with his handlers. He is fearless and took to showing very well. He finished speedily from puppy classes and finished by winning best of winners at our Orlando Italian Greyhound specialty in December 2023. He is not compatible with most of my girls but will occasionally be used. Currently resides with me, however he is looking to be somebody's couch buddy!
Donut, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Donut
Donut is exactly 13" tall and about 9lbs. She is on the smaller side of our ideal listed in our breed standard. She is very intelligent, with an impeccable temperament. She produces excellent show, and sport prospects. Good prey drive on her. Pretty side gait, great ears, plenty of drive. Donut is major pointed, including a huge 5pt major under esteemed Judge Doug Johnson. Donut's DNA results N/FEH AA Bb CC DD EE N/N & Patellas normal at 4 month, and 1 year old.
Uploaded health tests
PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, Primary Closed Angle Glaucoma (PCAG), Italian Greyhound Type.
Cher, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Cher
Cher is sweet and brave, with a touch of sass and elegance. She brings in beautiful flashy movement and a solid temperament to boot. Cher has both of her majors toward her AKC championship and is just getting started in the show ring. Her 2nd time ever at a show, she received 2 majors back to back and an owner handled group 3. Very excited about this girl. She is Tillie's littermate.
Tillie, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Tillie
Tillie is my pick puppy from my December 2023. We call her Killer Tiller, she's always been a beautiful girl. Very promising show career ahead. Tillie finished her AKC grand championship quickly with only 9 total entries, including 2 best of breeds. Tillie will not be bred until she's 3 years old. She is my up and coming special in the show ring now. We're enjoying our time slowly as she matures. Pending health testing: hips(done at 24 months), thyroid(done at 36 months) FEH N/N SPRA1 AABbCCDDEE PCAG N/N Patellas Normal Eyes Normal Results posted to OFA
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, +3 more.
Peach, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Peach
Peach is my keeper from my June litter. She is everything I had hoped for and more! Temperament to die for, great energy but a stellar off switch. Prey drive moderate. Peach is a happy go lucky girl who likes to travel and explore. DNA N/N AA BB CC DD Ee N/N Patellas normal. Results should be posted to OFA now. Peach is an elegant, houndy type. Standing around 15" tall, and about 12lbs. Beautiful side gait,topline and drive in this girl. Peach finished her AKC champion title from the bred by class. She is AKC regular group placing as well as owner handler group winning. She finished her grand champion in just a few shows with very limited showing. We are working toward her GCHB - grand champion bronze, now. Litter plans for Peach late 2025 or early 2026. She's enjoying being a show dog. Eyes, hips, and more still to be done.
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, +2 more.
Moira, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Moira
FEH N/N (clear) PCAG N/N PRA: AA BB CC DD Ee Patellas: Normal Moira is easily my sweetest, easiest dog. Her disposition is friendly, but indifferent to strangers. She has high prey drive and I'd say lower to moderate energy, with a superb off switch.
Uploaded health tests
PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, Familial Enamel Hypoplasia (FEH), Italian Greyhound Type, +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Ruscelli Italian Greyhounds reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Italian Greyhounds.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Megan to bring home their puppies.
Edwin R.
Verified owner · Sept. 2023
+4Megan is absolutely amazing - she made the process so easy and extremely positive! She provided reassurance and wonderful advice throughout the whole process. Her attention to detail and care is very obvious. And of course our puppy is just wonderful- pure perfection!
Cheryl P.
Verified owner · Aug. 2023
Meagan was great to work with, very kind and professional. We had some schedules issues and it took a couple weeks to get our fur baby. We live about 8 hours away from her. But, she did everything she could to get our baby to us. She was wonderful to work with and we chatted almost daily about our dogs becoming very friendly. We would definitely adapt another IG from her.
