A Portrait of the Whippet

The whippet is a medium-sized dog of exquisite balance — sleek, smooth-coated, and graceful, yet surprisingly muscular and robust. Despite their elegant appearance, whippets are tough, agile, and incredibly versatile. They are also blessed with a temperament that makes them perfect family companions: gentle with people, deeply loyal, and naturally eager to please.

Whippets are quick to house-train, love being indoors, and enjoy sharing every aspect of home life — from morning walks to curling up beside you on the sofa. While they’re happy with the calm rhythm of family life, they also have a natural zest for movement and can take on as much exercise as you’d like to offer. They’ll sprint joyfully when given the chance but are equally content to lounge in a patch of sunlight by the window. Best of all, whippets are one of the healthiest breeds, with no major inherent genetic issues. Their strong constitution and easy going nature make them a hardy, long-lived breed — a loving companion for many wonderful years.