Whippet

The Whippet looks like a small greyhound. He is graceful and slender, but actually quite hardy. The fine dense coat comes in many colors: brindle, black, red, fawn, tigered white or slate blue, either solid-colored or mixed. The muzzle is long and slender and the overall impression is one of streamlined elegance. This miniature-looking greyhound has small rose-shaped ears, an elegantly arched neck, a deep chest, and its back is long and broad. The abdomen is retracted, and the tail is pointed.

The Whippet is intelligent, lively, affectionate, sweet, and docile. This very devoted companion is quiet and calm in the home. This breed should never be roughly trained, for they are extremely sensitive both physically and mentally. Be sure to introduce plenty of variety when training this breed. The best results will be achieved by including games and running but remember, although they are very intelligent and will learn quickly, you will never achieve "perfect" obedience from this breed due to their independent nature. They are good with children of all ages as long as the children do not roughhouse or tease the dog. Whippets are clean, virtually odor free, easy to care for and easy to travel with. They are good watchdogs and may be reserved with strangers. They will pursue and kill cats and other small animals if given the opportunity, but are good with other dogs. Household cats that they are raised with and have become accustom to will be left along. They can be used to hunt. The Whippet's sweet personality makes him a fine companion dog. The Whippet is   the ultimate sprinter, unsurpassed by any other breed in its ability to accelerate to top speed and to twist and turn with matchless dexterity. Some can be difficult to housebreak while others housebreak quickly.