Whippet dogs Breed Profile
Quick Guide
Whippet dogs Fact File
Group: Hound
Class: Hound
Country of Origin: UK
First Registered: 1888
Height: 17 - 20 inches
Weight: 28 lbs.
Colors: Any color or mixture of colors
Coat Type: Short, fine, and close
Health Concerns: May get sunburned and are sensitive to cold. Delicate bones. Genetic eye diseases.
Temperament: Lively, affectionate, gentle, sensitive
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I have experience of owning many breeds of dogs, large and small but I have never enjoyed one more than the whippet, what a loving, adaptable dog to have and care for! I do have a concern with my little man’s skin and weight if anyone out there has any advice on this please e-mail: walker.fam@bigfoot.com
Is there anyone who can respond on a wolf-like appearance that a dying whippet takes on at the time of death? I know this sounds kind of far-fetched, however someone I know swears by it. If you’ve even heard of such a thing, I would appreciate a response: Atchk611@aol.com. Thanks in advance!
Whippets are very quiet, sweet dogs. If there’s an open space on the couch surely it will be taken by a whippet. They don’t seem to demand to have exercise or food like other breeds.