Unfortunately, the Whippet is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poovaneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Sturdy
Amiable
Instinctual
Charming

Whippets are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Poovaneses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Poovaneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

England

United States

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

Poodle, Havanese

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

Pied
Fawn
White
Cream
Brown
Gray
Black

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

Poovaneses have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

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 Poovanese can have a litter of 1-9 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.

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

Poovaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Whippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

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

Playdate, Run, Camping, Play keep away, Walk, Nap

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 Poovanese, it's at least 9 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 Poovaneses usually need at least 120 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.

Poovaneses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Poovanese 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
Dematter
Comb
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 15-45 pound (7 - 20 kg) Poovanese 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.

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.

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

Poovaneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Whippets are not cat friendly.

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

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

Poovaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Poovaneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Whippets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Poovaneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Poovanese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.