Whippets are the 'mini-me' version of the Greyhound – they're very similar to Greyhounds but smaller in size. Both have long narrow heads that are wider between the ears. Their muzzles are long and their eyes are large and round or oval in shape.
Is Whippet related to Greyhound?
The Whippet is a British dog breed of medium size. They are a sighthound breed that originated in England, where they descended from the Greyhound. Whippets today still strongly resemble a smaller Greyhound. Part of the hound group, Whippets have relatively few health problems other than arrhythmia.
Are Whippets miniature Greyhounds?
In fact, the Whippet is an English Greyhound in miniature, hence the layman frequently confusing the two breeds. A medium-sized sighthound, it gives the appearance of elegance and fitness, denoting great speed, power, and balance.
Why are Greyhounds called Whippets?
whippet, hound breed developed in mid-19th-century England to chase rabbits for sport in an arena. The breed was developed from terriers and small English greyhounds; Italian greyhounds were later bred in to give the whippet a sleek appearance.
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