Whippet

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Dog Breed Group

Hound Dogs 

Origin of Breed

England, hunting dog. 

Life Expectancy

12 - 15 Years 

Color

Any color or mixture of colors 

Coat

Short, fine, and close 

Exercise Needs

need plenty of exercise which should consist of running free on open ground and long, brisk walks. 

Temperament

The Whippet is lively and sensitive. He is a gentle, affectionate and adaptable, a splendid watch dog, a delightful companion or 

Good with Children

Good with older children. Needs to be watched around other small animals. 

Grooming Needs

Grooming of his short coat is minimal, brush with a firm brush and bathe only when necessary. Wiping down the coat will keep him 

Average Size - Male (in)

19 - 22 

Average Size - Female (in)

18 - 21 

Average Weight - Male (lbs)

28 

Average Weight - Female (lbs)

28 

Health Issues

May get sunburned and are sensitive to cold. Delicate bones. Genetic eye diseases.v

Living Conditions

Will do well in a house or apartment if exercised. 

Breed Description

The Whippet looks like a miniature Greyhound. He is a medium size sight hound giving the appearance of elegance and fitness, denoting great speed, power and balance without coarseness. He is the fastest breed in the world been timed at 36.5 mph for a short distance. He is one of the friendliest of the sight hounds, but can be initially nervous or reserved around strangers. Developed from the Greyhound with the possibility of a cross between various terrier type breeds, he was developed into a fast little dog for used for hunting rabbit and later on racing. Known in Britain as the "poor man's racehorse," he was expected to earn his keep at the races.