This section is where we give you fun facts about whippets, helping you learn a little more about this wonderful breed of dog. We go over topics that will help you come a little closer with your whippet.
Whippets and greyhound are both incredibly fast dogs, they are built for speed with many being used as racing dogs here in the UK. Whippets and greyhounds are two of the fastest dogs on the planet, being able to reach speeds of up to 45mph in some instances. These dogs are designed for running, from …
So you’ve decided that a whippet is the dog for you, and you’re ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime with your new furry companion. But how much does a whippet cost? Whippets vary quite a lot in price, and there are a lot of other costs that you’ll want to bear in …
Whippets and Greyhounds are an incredibly similar breed and often get confused with each other. The amount of times a fellow dog walker has asked about my Greyhound is unreal, even though I own a whippet. Whippets and greyhounds are commonly mistaken for one another, as they look very similar in appearance. These two dogs …
If you’re the proud owner of a whippet or even have seen them run at full speed, then you’ll know that whippets are incredibly fast. With the ability to run at up to speeds of 35mph, these dogs are one of the fastest on the planet. But why are whippets so fast? In this post …
What makes a good first dog? It’s hard to know without trial and error, but there are a few character traits to look out for that can help you in your decision. Whippets bring a lot to the table, they are loving, loyal and get along great with other dogs, but is a whippet a …
If you’re looking into whippets then you’ve probably come across the words Bedlington whippet. In this post, we are going to look at what is a Bedlington whippet? To ensure you know exactly what a Bedlington whippet is and where they originate. The Bedlington whippet is really a type of lurcher, it is a Bedlington …
Finding a dog that’s a good option for living in an apartment can be hard, as some dogs are simply too big, and many small dogs are too yappy and high energy for apartments. But is a whippet a good apartment dog? Absolutely, whippets make fantastic apartment dogs, and when you’re landlord takes a look …
Whippets are largely considered great family pets; they have a loving nature and make great companions. However, that’s not true for all families, as some families are different from others. Whilst no two dogs of any breed are exactly the same, no two families are exactly the same either, you need to take into account …
Whippets are beautiful dogs; they can run, jump and have an incredibly loving nature. Whippets and lurcher often get mixed up, if you own a whippet, then you may not be a stranger to people asking how old is your lurcher, or what’s your lurcher’s name? Whippets often get labelled as a lurcher for their …