Dog Breed Profile: Whippet
Country of origin: England
Bred for: Racing and rabbit coursing
Group: Hound
Color: Any color or pattern
Life span: 10 to 14 years
Grooming Needs: Brush coat with hound glove, bath four times yearly with hypoallergenic shampoo
Coat: Short and smooth
Size: Males 19 to 22 inches tall, 25 to 40 pounds; females 18 to 21 inches tall, 20 to 35 pounds
Temperment: Friendly, affectionate, calm indoors, active outdoors
Training: Difficult
Energy: Low indoors, high outdoors
Children: Good with children
Compatibility with other dogs: Good with other dogs
Health Concerns: Heart disease, especially mitral valve disease, deafness, sensitive skin
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