Dog Whippet - one of the fastest representatives of the breed of greyhounds. Got from crossing terriers in England, it represents something between a greyhound and a greyhound .
Whippet is a dog that eclipses any other in pursuit of a rabbit on the hunt or in dog races around the stadium. According to the data, the breed of dogs Whippet can reach speeds of up to 65 km / h with their rather small size and weight.
The hunting instincts of Whippet are developed from birth, even absolutely exhibition dogs will arrange a chase after a rabbit in the field, until they lose sight of it. Running is the best training for Whippet.
Whippet breed standards
A small English greyhound with smooth hair and a graceful chiseled figure is Whippet. The long head, flat and wide at the top, tapers to the muzzle. The eyes are attentive, the nose of the nose in the tone of color. Small small ears resemble a rose in shape. Torso with a large chest and a fairly wide back, the body in appearance is springy, muscular. The paws are long, with divided fingers, the movements are loose, without the feeling that the dog is seedling or walking on stilts.
By growth, the whippet reaches 44-51 cm at the withers, small deviations are allowed if the appearance of the dog is harmonious. Whippet has a weight of about 9-14 kg.
Wool is short, dense, silky, colors are allowed in any combination.
Long-haired Whippet was previously considered a deviation from the standard and was carefully discarded in England. However, at the end of the 20th century in the United States, a breeder enthusiast began to purposefully plant whippets with long hair, after which in 1981 this standard was recognized in the USA. However, litters with short hair can still appear in litters of long-haired whippets.
The nature of Whippets
Whippets is distinguished by a rather calm complaisant disposition, in addition, whippet is an excellent companion, he is affectionate, gentle and absolutely not aggressive. These character traits are perfectly combined with Whippet's sports warehouse, its endurance, speed, excellent health.
Training Whippet - is a gradual and unobtrusive training of the dog necessary commands. It is useless to make a greyhound guard out of greyhound, these qualities she does not possess by nature.
In the upbringing of Whippet, one should not use force or aggression, cry, as the dog can lose interest, become frightened, withdraw into themselves and refuse to perceive learning as such. It is better to act gradually and without pressure, dragging the dog into training and remembering her gentle temper.
Whippet is good for children and other animals, will become an excellent companion to the whole family. Thanks to good health, the whippet does not require daily exhausting training, but for the proper development of muscles and the satisfaction of instincts, take the dog out into the field or participate in organized races behind a mechanical rabbit. This kind of entertainment will be to the liking of any whippet.
Whippets on the hunt are dogs who will actively catch up with small game, but losing sight of them, they will not look for a trace and sniff the hole.
Whippet puppies are sold in specialized clubs and nurseries and cost an average of about 20,000 rubles, depending on the class of the dog.
Care for Whippets
The breed of Whippet dogs does not require complex care: the short coat will look good if you brush it 1-2 times a week. Frequent washing of the dog does not require, when molting, too, will not heavily pollute your house. To prevent the formation of tartar, purchase for dogs special cartilage and toys for chewing.
Because of its short coat, whippet can freeze in a cold climate, especially in autumn and winter. Clothing for Whippet is necessary so that the pet feels comfortable on the street and can endure long walks. It is best to choose a waterproof overall or a warm blanket.