Dog Breed
Whippet
gentle • quiet • affectionate • athletic
HerkunftEngland
Lebenserwartung12-15 years
Gewicht9-14 kg
Energielevelmoderate
Quick Stats
Größemedium
Gewicht9-14 kg
Lebenserwartung12-15 years
Energielevelmoderate
Fellpflegelow
Trainierbarkeitmoderate
HerkunftEngland
Temperament
gentlequietaffectionateathletic
Überblick
The Whippet is a sleek, elegant sighthound that combines incredible speed with a gentle, quiet temperament. Known as the "poor man's Greyhound", these graceful dogs are calm couch companions at home and explosive athletes outdoors.
Verträglichkeit
Kinder
Gut
Andere Hunde
Ausgezeichnet
Katzen
Mittel
Wohnungshaltung
Ausgezeichnet
Pflegeguide
Whippets need a secure garden as they will chase anything that moves. They are sensitive to cold due to thin coats and low body fat. They are quiet, clean dogs that make excellent house pets.
Bewegungsbedarf
Moderate exercise — daily walks with occasional off-lead sprinting in a secure area. They are sprinters, not endurance runners.
Fellpflege
Minimal grooming — weekly brush of their fine, short coat. They are naturally clean and low-odour.
Gesundheitsprobleme
heart murmurs
eye conditions
deafness
von Willebrand's disease
Wissenswertes
🐶Whippets can reach speeds of up to 56 km/h, making them the fastest dog breed for their size.
🐶They were originally bred by coal miners in Northern England for rabbit coursing.
🐶Whippets are sometimes called "45 mph couch potatoes" due to their dual nature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Whippets good apartment dogs?
Excellent. They are calm, quiet, and clean indoors — one of the best apartment dogs despite their medium size.
Do Whippets need a lot of exercise?
Moderate exercise. Daily walks plus occasional sprinting opportunities. They are sprinters, not marathon runners.
Are Whippets good with cats?
Their prey drive can be an issue. Some coexist well if raised together, but caution is advised.
Do Whippets get cold?
Yes, their thin coat and low body fat make them sensitive to cold. They need coats in winter.
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