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

Avoid Tamaskans as watchdogs - they're not effective.

England

Finland

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute, German Shepherd

1800s

1980s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

White
Gray
Black
Red

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

Tamaskans have medium-length coats.

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 Tamaskan can have a litter of 13-15 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Cryptorchidism

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Degenerative Myelopathy

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Panel
DNA

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

Tamaskans need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Tamaskans 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

Herding cattle, Playing fetch, Training, Flyball

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.

Tamaskans 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 Tamaskan, it's at least 18 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 Tamaskans usually need at least 70 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 Tamaskan 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

Tamaskan 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

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 65-95 pound (29 - 43 kg) Tamaskan feed 3.5 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 Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Tamaskan is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 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 Tamaskan is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 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.

Tamaskan is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

Tamaskans are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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