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

Active
Engaging
Intelligent
Clownish
Independent
Stubborn

Whippigs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Ibizan Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Italian Greyhound and Whippet

sighthound

Unknown

ancient times

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Blue
Brown
Isabella

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Brindle

Red
Cream
Fawn
White

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

Ibizan Hounds have short 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.

An Ibizan Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Ibizan Hounds 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 And Elbow Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Bone Fractures

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Thrombopathia

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

Blood Test
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Ibizan Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Ibizan Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Ibizan Hound, it's at least 6 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 Ibizan Hounds usually need at least 30 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 Ibizan Hound 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

Ibizan Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Ibizan Hound feed 2.5 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 an Ibizan Hound is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 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 an Ibizan Hound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

The Ibizan Hound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Whippigs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Ibizan Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Ibizan Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.