Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive

Whippets are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Ratshire Terriers 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.

Ratshire Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

England

United States

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

Yorkshire Terrier, American Rat Terrier

1800s

2000s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Fawn
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

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

Ratshire Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Ratshire Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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.

Ratshire Terriers 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

Portacaval Shunt
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Dental and Oral Examinations
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA

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

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

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

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

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

Ratshire Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Road trip, Walk, Bath time, Run, Nap, Toy catch

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.

Ratshire Terriers 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 Ratshire Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Ratshire Terriers 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 Ratshire Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Ratshire Terrier 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 Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Ratshire Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Ratshire Terrier 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.

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

Ratshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Whippets are not cat friendly.

Ratshire Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Ratshire Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.