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Non-sporting Breeds
Whippet
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| The Whippet looks like a Greyhound in miniature,
and the Greyhound undoubtedly played a part in its
make-up. It is uncertain whether the Pharaoh Hound,
as seems likely, or some other imported hound or
terrier, was the other half of the cross. The Whippet
was bred expressly as a racing dog, and is the fastest
breed in the world. It has been timed at 8.4 seconds
over a standard l50 yard (l37m) straight course
(36.52mph/58.76kmh).
The Whippet is a gentle dog that is good with
children and makes a fine pet and show dog, and a
splendid watchdog. While it can adapt to domestic
life, this powerful runner needs plenty of exercise. Its
short coat requires little other than a brush and rubdown,
but it does mean that the dog is better housed
indoors year round rather than kenneled outside. |
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