Luke Taylor

Hello. I’m Luke- the founder of WhippetCentral. I’m somewhat of a whippet nut and have been for most of my life. In that time, I've owned and raised numerous whippets. Bonnie is my latest girl; she is currently eight years old and keeps me very busy! Understanding the need for whippet-specific content, I decided to create this blog to share what I have learned and to share my expertise regarding owning and raising whippets - the right way!

Why Do Whippets Yawn?

why do whippets yawn?

Unlike humans who only yawn when they are tired or bored, dogs may have completely different ways of expressing their feelings. When whippets yawn, it could also be an indication that they are stressed or anxious. Sure, this can be seasonal as feeling anxious is inevitable at the end of the day; however, if it’s …

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Whippet Pug Mix: A Popular Cross

whippet pug mix

Whippet pug mixes are among the most loved designer dogs today, and it’s evident why. The Pug’s squishy face and attractive character, mixed with the whippet’s sweet nature and even temperament, produces uniquely beautiful, perky, and loving pups. These pups have a unique appearance and personality and may require specific care requirements different from their …

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Whippet Spaniel Mix: A Full Guide

whippet spaniel mix

With the many kinds of spaniel dogs available today, anyone can find a suitable whippet spaniel mix for his/her home. Generally, spaniels are sporty, enthusiastic, intelligent, and small-sized pooches with hunting, retrieving, and chasing spirit. The above traits, mixed with the whippet’s agility, feistiness, and sweet nature, results in highly playful, intelligent, energetic pups with …

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What Is A Blue Brindle Whippet?

what is a blue brindle whippet?

A blue brindle whippet is a dog characterised by its lighter base coat and distinctive bluish coloured brindle stripes or streaks on its body. This ‘blue’ is caused by a dilute gene which causes the typical black brindle to become ‘washed out’ or ‘diluted’ to a more greyish, blueish, icy hue. This particular colour in …

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Whippet Eating Poop: What To Do

whippet eating poop

Many owners find that even though owning a dog is a wonderful experience, it can come with certain challenges. This could be your dog chewing or digging, barking, howling, or destroying furniture. Sometimes, owners may be faced with the quite common problem of their dog eating poop. It could be their own poop that your …

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