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I know that, when it comes to dog breeds, the first thing people want to see is pictures. So let’s start with a few pictures of Whippet:
Note: If you a step-by-step guide on how to choose the best dog for you, click on the image above.
Ok, now it is time to explain the characteristics of a Whippet.
I would like to start with characteristics that are more important for a pet. They are:
- Child-friendly or not.
- Affectionate.
- Intelligence.
- Energy and the will to play.
Child-friendly (or not)
"10/10"
This is an excellent breed for kids.
Affectionate (or not)
"10/10"
They are definitely affectionate with their family members. Such a lovely dog!
Intelligence
"8/10"
This breed is known to be intelligent. He will learn new tricks and rules without much effort from you.
Energy and the will to play
"10/10"
This breed has a lot of energy to burn. You will need to give them attention or lots of space to run.
Grooming (Is it easy?)
"10/10"
It can’t be easier to groom this dog.
Do you live in a apartment?
These are traits that are usually more important for people living in small spaces:
- Adaptability to apartments.
- Amount Of Shedding.
- Drooling Potential.
- Exercise Needs.
- Tendency to bark.
Apartment Living
Are they suitable for apartment living?
"10/10"
This breed is recommended for apartments or small spaces.
Amount Of Shedding
"3/10"
The amount of shedding from this dog is low.
Note: Lower score is better as it means less shedding.
Drooling Potential
"1/10"
Drooling is rare or very rare in this dog breed.
Note: Lower score is better as it means less drooling.
Exercise Needs
"10/10"
These dogs need lots of exercise. Ideally they need space to run.
Tendency to bark
"1/10"
This breed is very silent and will only bark with good reason.
Note: Lower score is better as it means less barking.
Can he be left alone?
"3/10"
This breed will likely suffer if left alone.
Other Characteristics
These are traits that may or may not be important to you:
- Dog Friendly.
- Friendly Toward Strangers.
- Easy To Train.
- Potential For Playfulness.
Dog Friendly
"8/10"
They usually like to stay among other dogs.
Friendly Toward Strangers
"8/10"
They will generally welcome strangers.
Easy To Train
"8/10"
You will not have a hard time training this dog.
Potential For Playfulness
"10/10"
These dogs just love to play. Please be prepared to spend a lot of energy with them.
References
You can check the references I used:
https://www.pets.gelsonluz.com/p/references.html
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