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What is a Whippet?

Whippet traits

Poor Man's Racehorse
Hound
17-20 inches
20-40 pounds
12-15 years
Whippet characteristics
Lifespan
5 yrs 20 yrs
Grooming needs
Occasionally Frequently
Good with kids
Needs lots of supervision Ready to play
Good with cats
Likely to chase Hey, new pal!
Training aptitude
Headstrong Eager to please
Full-grown size
Teeny tiny Super size
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Woody

Whippet Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Shadow Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Woody is an amazing little whippet boy under 10 lb. He is a truly whippet even he has some mix. He get along great with anybody - people, horses, farm animals, dogs, cats and so on. No barker. Sleeps with foster parents. Loves walking, riding the car and be part of his family.
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Tommy

Whippet Border Collie

Male, 6 mos
Long Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Tommy a spunky energetic playful young pup. Tommy is looking for someone who likes long walks on the beach, playing fetch and teaching him tricks for treats! Tommy had a rough start to life and was so skinny and malnourished our group put him on supplements and a good quality food diet. He has had lots of love and care and is now healthy and ready for his forever home he has lots of love to give and promises to be your best friend.
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Mama Mia

Whippet Dachshund

Female, 2 yrs
Thousand Oaks, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Call to set up an appointment to come meet Mama Mia at Shelter Hope Pet Shop Thousand Oaks in the Janss Marketplace. 805-379-3538
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