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.
Which is better Greyhounds or Whippets?
The Greyhound and the Whippet are both generally healthy dogs, without any serious health complaints. The average lifespan of a Greyhound is 10 to 13 years, whereas the Whippet generally outlives the Greyhound by two years.
Are Greyhounds called Whippets?
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. ... WhippetOther namesSnap dog (archaic)OriginEngland
What is the difference between a Whippet and a miniature Greyhound?
The most obvious difference is their size, with the Italian Greyhound being a small toy breed, and the Whippet being a medium-sized pooch.
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