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There is no question that whippets love to be outside and running. However, does this mean whippets would prefer to live outside?  Is it possible for them to live outside and be safe? Can Whippets Live Outside: Whippets can live outside but it’s not recommended. A whippet’s low body fat and short fur makes it […]

Maybe you’re considering getting a whippet or you’re just curious whether or not whippets are high maintenance dogs.  You’ve probably heard about their loving, calm, and gentle nature but do these awesome character traits come at a price?  Are Whippets High Maintenance: Whippets are not high maintenance dogs. Whippets need very little compared to other

So you’re planning on moving to an apartment with your whippet or perhaps you’re currently living in an apartment and thinking about bringing home a whippet.  But does a whippet have what it takes to be a good apartment dog? Can a whippet even live in an apartment?  Can Whippets Live In Apartments:  Whippets can

So you are likely here because you either have a whippet and are thinking about getting a cat or the other way around. But, you’re not really sure if whippets can live with cats. Whippets are sighthounds and were developed to hunt small animals. This makes cats an attractive prey for some whippets.  Although some

Most people love whippets for their unique personalities and calm, loving nature. Which is why many people want to know if whippets can be service dogs. Do they have what it takes or should whippets stick to being loving family pets? Can Whippets Be Service Dogs:  Whippets can be service dogs but very few qualify

Some whippets really like a good cuddle but you’re finding your pup isn’t at all interested in cuddling. Or something’s recently changed and now they want nothing to do with cuddling when they used to be a cuddle monster. What gives? Do Whippets Like To Cuddle: Whippets are very affectionate dogs that enjoy cuddling. They

Yawning is a totally normal bodily function for whippets to do. However, when their yawning becomes excessive it’s usually because something is bothering them. Being able to tell the difference as their owner is important. Why Do Whippets Yawn: Whippets yawn as a way to communicate how they’re feeling in a given situation. They could

One of the more stomach-turning things you can witness your whippet do, is eat poop. Whether it’s another dog’s/animals or their own, it doesn’t matter, it’s flat out gross. Which likely makes you wonder, why on earth do whippets eat poop? Why Do Whippets Eat Poop: Many whippets will eat poop for no better reason

If you are wondering about aggression when it comes to whippets, you are in the right place. Whippets are always painted as gentle, kind, and loving dogs but can whippets be aggressive?  Can Whippets Be Aggressive: All dogs, including whippets can be aggressive. Without proper training, socialization, and care, a whippet could become aggressive. By

Unfortunately, there are times you have to leave your beloved whippet alone or with other people. This is usually unavoidable and will happen to 99.9% of whippet owners.  The question is, can whippets be left alone? Or should a whippet always have at least someone with them at all times? Can Whippets Be Left Alone: