Whippet

Gentle, affectionate, calm, intelligent, playful

Medium-sized, sleek sighthound known for its elegant athletic build with distinctive 'inverted S' shape, explosive bursts of speed, and gentle nature. Originally known as the 'poor man's racehorse'.

Origin

England

Life span

12-15 yrs

Weight (lbs)

25-40

Height (in)

Male: 19-22; Female: 18-21

Group

Hound