Should I get a greyhound or Whippet?

Greyhounds are generally very loving, friendly and with a calm demeanor. They make affectionate family pets and are good with children. Whippets have a similar disposition to Greyhounds. They are friendly, amiable, gentle, quiet dogs.

Are Whippets the best dogs?

A properly socialized Whippet is a polite and undemanding dog who’s wonderful with strangers and other dogs alike. Whippets aren’t very good watchdogs as they rarely bark and are friendly toward everyone they meet. Whippets need daily exercise and will enjoy romping and running in a fenced yard or on leash.

Why you shouldn’t get a Whippet?

Whippets are usually fine with the pets in their own family. But they are lightning-fast, and individuals with a strong prey instinct could seriously injure or kill any small running animal. The independent temperament.

Do whippets run like greyhounds?

They are a sighthound breed that originated in England, where they descended from Greyhounds. Whippets today still strongly resemble a smaller Greyhound. Part of the Hound group, Whippets have relatively few health problems other than arrhythmia….

Whippet
Origin	England

Do whippets like being held?

They do get along well with family cats and dogs and are gentle with children. Sight hounds are not known for their obedience, but the whippet is probably the most obedient of them. They are also among the most demonstrative, enjoying cuddling and playing with their family.

Do Whippets bark a lot?

Are whippets noisy? This is not generally a very vocal breed, and some hardly ever bark at all. There are exceptions, however, and many of them do bark a lot when they’re playing. Also, a whippet left alone too much may well voice his displeasure by barking and whining.

Are Whippets good for first time dog owners?

I wouldn’t recommend a terrier to any first time dog owners. Whippys love to run fast and then sleep. They prefer short bursts of exercise.

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How much does a Whippet cost?

A Whippet puppy purchased from a reputable, high-quality breeder will cost between $800 and $1,500. Some Whippets can be priced as high as $2,000. Many factors will determine the price of a puppy, including her bloodline, pedigree, and coat color.