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Whippet

Whippet

5.0
12 - 15 yearsLife Expectancy

Medium-sized, sleek sighthound known for its elegant athletic build with distinctive 'inverted S' shape, explosive bursts of speed, and gentle nature. Originally known as the 'poor man's racehorse'.

Traits:
  • Good with Kids
  • Dog Friendly
  • Friendly Stranger
  • Easy to Train
  • High Energy
  • Low Shedding
  • Low Drooling
  • Easy Grooming
  • Quiet
  • Playful

Breed Statistics

  • Energy Level4/5
  • Trainability3/5
  • Playfulness4/5
  • Protectiveness3/5
  • Barking1/5
  • Drooling1/5
  • Good with Children5/5
  • Good with Other Dogs5/5
  • Good with Strangers3/5
  • Shedding2/5
  • Coat Length1/5
  • Grooming1/5

Physical Attributes

Height (Male)19 - 22 inches
Height (Female)19 - 22 inches
Weight (Male)25 - 40 lbs
Weight (Female)25 - 40 lbs

Breed History

Developed in Northern England during the 18th-19th centuries by working-class families, crossing small Greyhounds with fast terriers for rabbit coursing and racing. Recognized by AKC and The Kennel Club.