{"id":55559,"date":"2022-04-16T10:50:05","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:50:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T10:50:07","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:50:07","slug":"are-whippets-good-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Whippets good pets?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_good_pets\" title=\"Are Whippets good pets?\">Are Whippets good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#How_big_do_Whippets_get\" title=\"How big do Whippets get?\">How big do Whippets get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#How_much_does_the_Whippet_dog_cost\" title=\"How much does the Whippet dog cost?\">How much does the Whippet dog cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Do_Whippets_like_to_cuddle\" title=\"Do Whippets like to cuddle?\">Do Whippets like to cuddle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Can_Whippets_be_left_alone\" title=\"Can Whippets be left alone?\">Can Whippets be left alone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Do_Whippets_bark_a_lot\" title=\"Do Whippets bark a lot?\">Do Whippets bark a lot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_smelly_dogs\" title=\"Are Whippets smelly dogs?\">Are Whippets smelly dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#How_big_is_a_fully_grown_whippet\" title=\"How big is a fully grown whippet?\">How big is a fully grown whippet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_a_good_pet\" title=\"Are Whippets a good pet?\">Are Whippets a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_cuddly\" title=\"Are Whippets cuddly?\">Are Whippets cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#How_much_is_a_whippet_dog\" title=\"How much is a whippet dog?\">How much is a whippet dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Is_a_whippet_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is a whippet a good family dog?\">Is a whippet a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_difficult_dogs\" title=\"Are Whippets difficult dogs?\">Are Whippets difficult dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Do_Whippets_have_doggy_smell\" title=\"Do Whippets have doggy smell?\">Do Whippets have doggy smell?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_clingy\" title=\"Are Whippets clingy?\">Are Whippets clingy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Do_Whippets_bond_with_one_person\" title=\"Do Whippets bond with one person?\">Do Whippets bond with one person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Why_are_Whippets_so_affectionate\" title=\"Why are Whippets so affectionate?\">Why are Whippets so affectionate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Why_does_my_Whippet_stare_at_me\" title=\"Why does my Whippet stare at me?\">Why does my Whippet stare at me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_good_on_their_own\" title=\"Are Whippets good on their own?\">Are Whippets good on their own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Can_Whippets_be_off_leash\" title=\"Can Whippets be off leash?\">Can Whippets be off leash?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Do_Whippets_get_attached\" title=\"Do Whippets get attached?\">Do Whippets get attached?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#At_what_age_do_Whippets_calm_down\" title=\"At what age do Whippets calm down?\">At what age do Whippets calm down?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_barkers\" title=\"Are Whippets barkers?\">Are Whippets barkers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Is_the_Whippet_the_only_dog_that_doesnt_bark\" title=\"Is the Whippet the only dog that doesnt bark?\">Is the Whippet the only dog that doesnt bark?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-whippets-good-pets\/#Are_Whippets_calm_dogs\" title=\"Are Whippets calm dogs?\">Are Whippets calm dogs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_good_pets\"><\/span>Are Whippets good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Whippets are natural family pets and are good with both small children and other dogs. They make a great breed to keep the kids tired and older dogs energized.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_do_Whippets_get\"><\/span>How big do Whippets get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between $800 and $1,500<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_the_Whippet_dog_cost\"><\/span>How much does the Whippet dog cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cuddles. They may not be the fluffiest of pups but, <b>if you&#8217;re sat on the sofa, don&#8217;t be surprised to find your whippet wants to cuddle up to you. Which is great in winter because they serve as a little hot water bottle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Whippets_like_to_cuddle\"><\/span>Do Whippets like to cuddle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cuddles. They may not be the fluffiest of pups but, <b>if you&#8217;re sat on the sofa, don&#8217;t be surprised to find your whippet wants to cuddle up to you. Which is great in winter because they serve as a little hot water bottle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Whippets_be_left_alone\"><\/span>Can Whippets be left alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>With proper care and training, Whippets can be left alone and be comfortable with it. However, any dog will become distressed if they&#8217;re left alone for too long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Whippets_bark_a_lot\"><\/span>Do Whippets bark a lot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common reason for a whippet to bark is that he has learned that he gets what he wants by barking. There are exceptions, however, and <b>many of them do bark a lot when they&#8217;re playing. Also, a whippet left alone too much may well voice his displeasure by barking and whining.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_smelly_dogs\"><\/span>Are Whippets smelly dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whippets are also well known because <b>they do not have a doggy odor. That is a good thing since this thin dog will probably be up on your sofa every time you turn around. Siberian Huskies shed, but they do not stink.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_a_fully_grown_whippet\"><\/span>How big is a fully grown whippet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A <b>male Whippet is 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder; females are 18 to 21 inches. Their weight ranges from 18 to 48 pounds, with females being smaller. Males average 34 pounds, females 29 pounds.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Are Whippets a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common reason for a whippet to bark is that he has learned that he gets what he wants by barking. There are exceptions, however, and <b>many of them do bark a lot when they&#8217;re playing. Also, a whippet left alone too much may well voice his displeasure by barking and whining.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_cuddly\"><\/span>Are Whippets cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Whippets are natural family pets and are good with both small children and other dogs. They make a great breed to keep the kids tired and older dogs energized.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_whippet_dog\"><\/span>How much is a whippet dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between $800 and $1,500<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_whippet_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is a whippet a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Whippets are natural family pets and are good with both small children and other dogs. They make a great breed to keep the kids tired and older dogs energized.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_difficult_dogs\"><\/span>Are Whippets difficult dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whippets are sighthounds, bred to hunt without commands from the hunter. While generally not stubborn, <b>they&#8217;re independent and not the easiest breed to train. Don&#8217;t let that discourage you: They are very intelligent and all can learn house manners easily, like sit, down, and stay.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Whippets_have_doggy_smell\"><\/span>Do Whippets have doggy smell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whippets are also well known because <b>they do not have a doggy odor. That is a good thing since this thin dog will probably be up on your sofa every time you turn around. Siberian Huskies shed, but they do not stink.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_clingy\"><\/span>Are Whippets clingy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It enjoys sitting close to its family; <b>it is sometimes described as clingy. It may tend to run off to chase moving things, especially small animals. Sociable with children, strangers, and other dogs and animals (except small strange ones running away).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Whippets_bond_with_one_person\"><\/span>Do Whippets bond with one person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While he will be sweet and affectionate to most everyone, <b>he will often pick one favorite family member. The whippet is intelligent, yes, but not in the traditional way.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Whippets_so_affectionate\"><\/span>Why are Whippets so affectionate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because Whippets are very clean and non-smelly dogs that don&#8217;t require frequent bathing (unless they regularly roll in something nasty), many Whippet owners are happy to share their beds with their little hound. Perhaps this further increases the human-canine bond, making Whippets more affectionate with their families.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_Whippet_stare_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my Whippet stare at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as humans stare into the eyes of someone they adore, dogs will stare at their owners <b>to express affection. In fact, mutual staring between humans and dogs releases oxytocin, known as the love hormone. This chemical plays an important role in bonding and boosts feelings of love and trust.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_good_on_their_own\"><\/span>Are Whippets good on their own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like most dogs, <b>Whippets dislike being left alone and can suffer with separation anxiety. They form strong bonds with their owners and can get very stressed when left alone for any length of time. We&#8217;d only recommend getting a Whippet if someone will be around with them all day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Whippets_be_off_leash\"><\/span>Can Whippets be off leash?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Summary. <b>You most certainly can walk a Whippet off lead though I&#8217;d always strongly advise you never to do so where there is traffic. The sighthound prey drive is simply too strong and a cat suddenly bolting from a garden will trigger a Whippet to chase.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Whippets_get_attached\"><\/span>Do Whippets get attached?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The loyalty factor in the whippet&#8217;s characteristics that helped to make him such a fabulous racing dog has also led him to become very attached to his owners as well. Whippets historically have been bred to be loyal, friendly and keen hunters.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_do_Whippets_calm_down\"><\/span>At what age do Whippets calm down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>around 1.5 &#8211; 2 years old<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_barkers\"><\/span>Are Whippets barkers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whippets Don&#8217;t Bark Very Much As a rule, Whippets don&#8217;t bark very much in fact they&#8217;re quite famous as <b>non-barkers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Whippet_the_only_dog_that_doesnt_bark\"><\/span>Is the Whippet the only dog that doesnt bark?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whippet. Whippets are sleek dogs that somehow resemble a Greyhound in appearance. <b>They are not inclined to bark much because they tend to have a shy and reserved temperament. The fact that they may or may not bark at strangers approaching your home make them poor guard dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Whippets_calm_dogs\"><\/span>Are Whippets calm dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When their exercise needs are met, Whippets are generally quiet and calm dogs. Whippets are not outdoor dogs and should live in the house with their people. Whippets can suffer from separation anxiety and can become destructive when they do.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are Whippets good pets?How big do Whippets get?How much does the Whippet dog cost?Do Whippets like to cuddle?Can Whippets be left alone?Do Whippets bark a lot?Are Whippets smelly dogs?How big is a fully grown whippet?Are Whippets a good pet?Are Whippets cuddly?How much is a whippet dog?Is a whippet a good family dog?Are&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-55559","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55559"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=55559"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55559\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=55559"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=55559"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=55559"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}