General Appearance
A medium size sighthound giving the appearance of elegance and fitness, denoting great speed, power and balance without coarseness. A true sporting hound that covers a maximum of distance with a minimum of lost motion. Should convey an impression of beautifully balanced muscular power and strength, combined with great elegance and grace of outline. Symmetry of outline, muscular development and powerful gait are the main considerations; the dog being built for speed and work, all forms of exaggeration should be avoided.
Owning
The Whippet is a hardy, tough, swift and powerful athlete with a stable and steady disposition. Whippets can be aloof and may bark at strangers as they can become protective of their home. They are very friendly with family and those they know. Whippets are very adaptable, fitting in well with children, others dogs and even cats.
Temperament
Amiable, friendly, gentle, but capable of great intensity during sporting pursuits.
Did You Know
The Whippet was originally bred to pursue and capture small game. Whippets are a quiet and intelligent breed, and do not bark unnecessarily. Whippets appear to have been first brought to America by English mill operatives of Massachusetts. 65 Whippets earned the Junior Courser title (JC) in 1993, 172 in 1994, and 168 in 1995.