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.
What is a Whippet made from?
What Is a Whippet? “Whippets” (also spelled “whippits” or “whip-its”) is modern slang for nitrous oxide used as a recreational inhalant. The name comes from whipped-cream aerosol canisters, which users crack open to get at the gas inside.
What makes a Whippet dog?
They do get along well with family cats and dogs and are gentle with children. Sight hounds are not known for their obedience, but the whippet is probably the most obedient of them. They are also among the most demonstrative, enjoying cuddling and playing with their family.
What were Whippets bred for?
Whippets compete in Lure Coursing by chasing a plastic lure around a field while being timed. Whippets were originally used for hunting, especially before they arrived in America. They are one of several Sighthound breeds that excel in speed-based AKC sports such as AKC Lure Coursing.
What is the breed standard for the Whippet?
Long and lean, flat on top, tapering to muzzle with slight stop, rather wide between the eyes, jaws powerful and clean cut, nose black, in blues a bluish colour permitted, liver nose in creams and other dilute colours, in whites or parti-colour a butterfly nose permissible.
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