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Origin: England
Group: Dog
Origin of Name: The Whippet is a sleek, elegant sighthound that is often described as a 'miniature Greyhound'. They are incredibly fast, reaching speeds of up to 56 km/h. Despite their racing heritage, Whippets are calm, gentle house dogs that love lounging on the couch. They...
₹25,000 - ₹55,000in India
Size
11-21 kg
Lifespan
12-15 years
Height
44-51 cm
Best For
Family, Kids
Origin
England
Colours
Any color or combination
Whippet Dog Breed Information
The Whippet is a sleek, elegant sighthound that is often described as a 'miniature Greyhound'. They are incredibly fast, reaching speeds of up to 56 km/h. Despite their racing heritage, Whippets are calm, gentle house dogs that love lounging on the couch. They are affectionate, quiet, and adaptable, making them excellent apartment dogs.
Friendliness
How well does the Whippet get along?
5
Family
Easy to getRare
5
Children
Easy to getRare
3
Other Pets
Easy to getRare
4
Strangers
Easy to getRare
Pros & Cons of Owning a Whippet
Advantages
- ✓Gentle and quiet
- ✓Low grooming
- ✓Good apartment dog
- ✓Great with children
- ✓Clean
Considerations
- ✗Prey drive
- ✗Thin skin bruises easily
- ✗Sensitive to cold
- ✗Cannot be off-leash
- ✗Fragile
Health
Average Lifespan
12-15 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Whippet
+How fast are Whippets?
Whippets can reach speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph), making them the fastest accelerating dog breed.
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