Whippet has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Doberman Pinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

Alert
Fearless
Loyal
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient

Whippets are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Doberman Pinschers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Whippets are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Doberman Pinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

England

Germany

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

Rottweiler, German Pinscher, Weimaraner

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

1800s

1900s

Hound (AKC:1888)
Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Working (AKC:1908)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
Fawn

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

Doberman Pinschers have short coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Whippet can have a litter of 12-15 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 Doberman Pinscher can have a litter of 10-12 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.

While the Whippet breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Doberman Pinschers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Corneal Dystrophy

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Bone And Joint Problems
Eye Problems
Hepatitis

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Cardiac
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Whippets thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Doberman Pinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Whippets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Doberman Pinschers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Whippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Doberman Pinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Whippet minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Doberman Pinscher drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Whippets are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Whippet dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Doberman Pinscher dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Run, Nap, Hunt, Fetch, Nose work, Eating Snacks, Dog Parks, Walks, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Toys

Running, Exploring, Fetch, Tracking, Run, Speak, Play with Toys, Dog Parks, Playing, Walk, Chase, Tug-of-war, Play, Nap, Digging

Whippets 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.

Doberman Pinschers 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 Whippet, it's at least 10 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 Doberman Pinscher, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Whippets 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 Doberman Pinschers usually need at least 90 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 Whippet is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Doberman Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-40 pound (11 - 18 kg) Whippet feed 2.8 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 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Doberman Pinscher feed 3 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 Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Doberman Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Whippet 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 Doberman Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Whippets are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Doberman Pinscher is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Doberman Pinschers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Whippets are not cat friendly.

Doberman Pinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Whippets are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Doberman Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Doberman Pinschers are not very stranger friendly.

Whippets are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Doberman Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.