Whippet Breed Information

Whippet Quick Stats:

Description:
Whippets are slender and graceful and resemble Greyhounds. Overall, the Whippet is a very streamlined, elegant dog with slim features, rose shaped ears and an arching neck.

Country of Origin:
The Whippet originated in Europe

Height:
Whippet dogs range from 19 to 22 inches (47 to 56cm.), bitches from 18 to 21 inches (44 to 54cm.)

Weight:
Whippets range from 25 to 45 pounds (11 to 21 kg.)

Colors:
Whippets may be a variety of colors including brindle, black, red, fawn, tigered white or slate blue, either solid-colored or mixed.

Coat:
Clean and odor free, Whippets' soft coats require only occasional gentle brushings.

Temperament:
Intelligent and laid back, Whippets are calm indoors and considerably sweet and docile. Whippets are independent and can never be fully trained. They require gentle training as they are sensitive both mentally and physically. A Whippet will thrive when training involve games with running. Whippets have been known to chase down and kill cats, but will be okay with a cat that they have grown up with in the house.

Health Concerns:
Whippets are prone to having upset stomachs and skin problems.

Life Expectancy:
The Whippet can be expected to live about 12 to 15 years.

Living Environment:
A Whippet should be allowed to run free in a safe enclosed area; however if given the opportunity it will chase and kill small animals. Whippets are sensitive to the cold and should be made to wear a coat in the winter time.

AKC Group:
The Whippet is in the Hound Group

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