Type:
Sporting Hound, Medium-Sized Sighthound
Origin:
Originally bred in England, with a significant population in Russia.
Physical Characteristics:
Slender and graceful with long legs and a lean, flexible body. The Whippet is essentially a smaller version of the Greyhound.
Personality Traits:
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Temperament: Gentle, calm, and pleasant.
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Behavior: Affectionate, noble, intelligent, and highly trainable.
Coat Characteristics:
Short, dense, and extremely fine fur. Whippets can have solid-colored or mixed-color coats.