Dog Breed
Whippet
gentle • quiet • affectionate • athletic
OrigineEngland
Espérance de vie12-15 years
Poids9-14 kg
Niveau d'énergiemoderate
Quick Stats
Taillemedium
Poids9-14 kg
Espérance de vie12-15 years
Niveau d'énergiemoderate
Toilettagelow
Éducabilitémoderate
OrigineEngland
Tempérament
gentlequietaffectionateathletic
Présentation
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.
Compatibilité
Enfants
Bon
Autres chiens
Excellent
Chats
Moyen
Vie en appartement
Excellent
Guide de soins
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.
Besoins en exercice
Moderate exercise — daily walks with occasional off-lead sprinting in a secure area. They are sprinters, not endurance runners.
Toilettage
Minimal grooming — weekly brush of their fine, short coat. They are naturally clean and low-odour.
Problèmes de santé
heart murmurs
eye conditions
deafness
von Willebrand's disease
Faits amusants
🐶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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