💫Sissy AKC💎

Whippets are fast, athletic sighthounds who love the chase. They are very social and love both humans and other dogs. Whippets are calm and gentle when they’re not running and can usually be found snoozing on something soft and comfy. Full-grown, they typically weigh 25-40 pounds and stand 18-22 inches tall.

Whippets are generally excellent with children of all ages. Whippets need to live indoors with access to soft places to rest their bony bodies. Whippets fit best in families with older, more respectful children or no children at all. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

Whippets need daily walks, during which you’ll need to keep a tight hold of their leash, should a squirrel demand the attention of your dog. Aside from walks, you’ll want to bring your Whippet to a dog park once or twice a week so they can run at full-speed without worrying about any dangers. If you’re looking to get involved in doggie sports, Whippets are ace competitors in lure coursing, a sport where dogs chase a mechanical lure. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Whippets have a very short coat that is easy to groom. They are also very cleanly and rarely require a bath. Brush their coat every once in awhile to remove dead hair and their coat will always look great. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Whippets are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Whippets need to live indoors with access to soft places to rest their bony bodies. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.