Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Athletic
Mischievous

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Italian Greyhound and Whippet

Chinese Crested, Japanese Chin

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Brindle

White
Black
Sable
Blue

Whippigs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Chin Cresteds have medium-length coats.

A Whippig can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chin Crested can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Whippigs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chin Cresteds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Cataracts
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Bone Fractures

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Sunburn
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination
DNA for VWD
Hip and Knee

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Whippig has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Chin Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Whippigs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chin Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Whippigs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chin Cresteds are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chin Crested dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Whippig, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin Crested, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Whippigs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chin Cresteds usually need at least 15 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Whippig is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Chin Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

In general Whippig should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Ideally, Chin Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Whippig feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin Crested feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Whippig is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Chin Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Whippig is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chin Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Whippig is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chin Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Whippigs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chin Cresteds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Whippigs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chin Cresteds are highly friendly around strangers.