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.
What age to Whippets calm down?
We spoke to Maxime, a whippet-owning vet from Lurgan, Northern Ireland. She told us that, on average, most whippets tend to calm down around 1.5 - 2 years old, also stating that they mellow earlier than a lot of other breeds.
Are Whippets hyperactive?
But if your whippet does not get enough exercise, he can become destructive or hyperactive in the house.
How do you discipline a Whippet?
Whippets must be trained with consistency and gentleness but they are quite sensitive to scolding. Owners should never be harsh to them. Use only positive reinforcement. Always be a pack leader and don't let Whippets develop small dog syndrome.
Do Whippets have anxiety?
6. Whippets can suffer from separation anxiety or crate claustrophobia. Although no one is sure where this trait comes from—genes or the environment—it's best to give your Whippet plenty of exercise and playtime before leaving him home alone. Or, get two, and they'll keep each other company.
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