Whippets are well known for their loving, gentle temperament, they love to be constantly touching their owner and enjoy cuddles and playtime. I’ve experienced dangerous dogs in the past and let me tell you they are scary to be around. When I first decided on a dog, I wanted one that’s non-aggressive, loving and is …
At first glance, whippets look like they are underweight and malnourished, however that couldn’t be further from the truth in most cases. Whippets are small, lightweight dogs that are known for their love of running. Whippets originated here in England in the 1600s and were specifically bred to hunt small vermin such as rabbits and …
If you found yourself in the company of a jolly and adorable whippet, you might be searching about how to groom him correctly. If you are, then you have come to the right place. Whippets have proven themselves to be captivating as pets, and I have always been fascinated by the breed, so I did …
If you’re a whippet owner that’s debating introducing a cat to the family, or maybe you’re a cat owner that’s thinking about a whippet, either way, you’re in the right place. I’ve owned many whippets over the years and have a good understanding of how they behave around cats, rabbits, and other prey animals. In …
Whippets were first introduced here in the UK in the 1600s to hunt small vermin such as rabbits and rats. But getting your whippet to actually hunt these animals can be a little tricky. Your whippet needs to go through a certain level of training to firstly identify the scent his prey, and then have …
Leaving your dog alone at home isn’t nice for many of us, but some dogs handle it better than others. Have you ever wondered what your furry friend is up to whilst you not home? Bonnie tends to sneak onto the couch even though she isn’t allowed. Leaving your dog alone can be sad for …
Whippets and greyhounds are two of the fastest dogs in the world, but what about if they are paired with other dogs? Does the offspring still have the ability to run at high speeds like the parents? Whippets are able to run at speeds of up to 35mph thanks to their large muscles and light …
Whippets notoriously famous for their ability to run and hunt, but is a whippet a good guard dog? Whippets are small animals that have a lightweight body and small head; they are low aggression dogs and rarely bark. But does that mean they can’t tell a friend from an intruder? Guard dogs are typically Dobermans …
Whippets typically have a short, smooth coat that doesn’t give them much protection when it comes to the outdoors. You’ll have probably seen the adorable photos of whippets all wrapped up in their winter coat, and there’s a good reason for this. A whippet’s skin is vulnerable to the cold weather; they feel it much …
Whippets are dogs that are known for there speed and agility, but how much exercise does a whippet need? Well, it’s not as much as you may first think, although whippets the opportunity to run free, they also enjoy chilling at home in their bed just as much. Whippets are naturally low in body fat; …
