About the Whippet:
Whippet information, advice,
answers and dogs facts

Whippets are easy animals to live with; they are quiet and gentle in demeanor. They tend to have short periods of high activity and spend the rest of their time napping in a warm soft place. Whippets benefit from daily exercise, access to a large fenced area is ideal. Their short hard coats require a brushing or rub down once a week and the occasional bath to keep them glossy. Because of their short coats they should not be exposed to temperature extremes, especially cold.

Whippets are a highly intelligent and sensitive breed, they should only be trained using positive reinforcement. They can get along well with children, they are much more likely to avoid a rambunctious child than snap. They love playing with other dogs, and if trained when young will accept cats and other small animals. Care should be taken while introducing a whippet to small animals, they may initially be seen as prey. Don't expect a whippet to guard you or your property, they will happily greet strangers as if they were old friends.

Basic Dog Breed Information           Weight Range: 20 - 30 lbs.           Avg. Height: 20 in.           Breed Origin: Great Britain           Nicknames:           AKC Group: Hound Whippet Liftstyle Info   Tolerates Cold Weather Tolerates Hot Weather Good Watchdog Needs Exercise Good w/Other Animals Easily Trainable Can Live Outside Needs Grooming Often Lives Well In City Life Good With Kids