The Whippet is an elegant, affectionate, and active dog breed that originated in England. Originally used for hunting and greyhound racing, the Whippet has evolved to become an excellent family companion, appreciated for its gentleness and grace.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: England
- Hypoallergenic? Yes
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 13-20 kg
- Female: 11-18 kg
- Height:
- Male: 47-51 cm
- Female: 44-47 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-15 years
- Exercise needs: 1.5 to 2 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can adapt to apartment living but requires exercise)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Gets along well with children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Generally sociable with other dogs, but each encounter depends on socialization)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Generally friendly with strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Suitable if well exercised and mentally stimulated)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Its short coat requires only moderate upkeep)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (The cost is reasonable, but requires quality food and regular care)
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Weekly brushing is sufficient to keep the coat clean and shiny.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800-2500 €
- Coût annuel moyen (vétérinaire, accessoires, alimentation) :
🏡 Important note
The Whippet is a calm, affectionate, and very athletic dog, suitable for active families. It has a significant need for exercise and space to run, but can live in an apartment as long as its physical needs are met. Its gentle and sociable personality makes it an excellent companion for children and other pets. Moderate grooming of its coat and good mental and physical stimulation are essential for its happiness.
