Whippet - grace, speed, nobility, strength, tenderness, desperate courage. All these qualities easily coexist in one animal. In addition, the English dwarf greyhound (Whippet) is endowed with a hunting instinct and talent. If you listen to any of the owners of these dogs, then this breed is simply the most-most.
Dogs of the Whippet breed do not grow too large. The maximum growth at the withers is up to 47/51 centimeters (females / males). At the same time, its standard spring rises above 12 kilograms.
Whippet - the character of a smooth-haired hound
These dogs are by nature sociable and affectionate, but this does not have a strong influence on the watchdog qualities of dogs. They are devoted to one master. Contrary to the opinion that hunting dogs are not amenable to training, whippets are quite obedient.
Whippet English greyhound is easy to learn. If the owner shows a little attention, time and patience to his pet, he will soon be pleased with new tricks, for example, catching a ball and walking on his hind legs, greeting and jumping through the circle. In addition to hunting skills, these dogs are also endangered - they are excellent guards of the territory and their master.
During training, it is necessary to show patience and affection. Whippet is touchy and is unlikely to succumb to training in the future, if he is offended by the master at least once. Believe me, rudeness and anger in this business are bad helpers.
Whippet is referred to as sports dog breeds. And they are universal - the dog competes equally well both in speed hops and in passing obstacles. At small dimensions of the greyhound, the whippet can accelerate to 50 km / h.
Hunting with whippet - features
Even the Whippet dogs brought up only for exhibition performances with pleasure and great success hunt rabbits and waterfowl. A working dog, that is, specially trained for hunting, can try its hand at finding and catching not very large foxes.
Taking hounds with me to hunt, it is worth paying attention to the fact that for these dogs the very fact of tracking down prey is not interesting. They are more attracted by the pursuit process (catching at speed). It is quite possible the development of such events: your pet will catch up with the game and throw it in the same place, and return to you with empty teeth.
Whippet - standard
When assessing the pedigree and the value of dogs of the Whippet breed, there are standard indicators. Pedantic Englishmen believe that abnormalities can adversely affect the speed characteristics and performance of dogs.
- the head should be long, the upper part flat, tapering to the bottom. From the forehead to the muzzle follows a smooth transition, distinguishing the whippet from the terriers;
- scissor bite, the presence of teeth in an amount of 42 pieces;
- the expression of bright eyes is attentive, their shape is oval;
- the shape of the ears - rose petals, standing ears can cause disqualification of the dog from the exhibition;
- the tail: the presence of abnormalities in the tail set indicates that there are vertebral column disorders;
- elbows should not protrude - this is a sign of a broad chest;
- to the movements of the dog Whippet is a special relationship; they must be smooth, spreading, sweeping and free;
- the dog's walking should not be high, slow or short;
- short, soft coat. There are no special requirements for color;
- Light or yellow eyes are a vice.
Whippet puppies - how to choose?
Choosing a Whippet puppy , pay attention to his pedigree, get acquainted with the mom and dad of your future pet. Pay attention to the correspondence of the puppy to the generally accepted standards (with a discount for a small age, of course). Very important conditions for the puppy. Find out what vaccinations have been made. A healthy dog has a soft belly, smooth hair, a moist nose, clean ears, eyes and skin.