The sleek and stylish Whippet, fondly referred to as the 'Poor Man’s Racehorse', is admired for its distinctive streamlined physique and swift agility. Descended from Greyhounds, Whippets are adaptable medium-sized dogs that make ideal companions for various lifestyles. The Whippet's short, smooth coat comes in a wide range of colors and patterns, including solid black, white, red, fawn, blue, cream, and brindle. They have a lean muscular build engineered for speed, reflective of their historical use in racing and coursing games. Whippets are gentle yet lively, coupling a calm demeanor with a playful streak when adequately exercised. Their high intelligence and keenness to learn make them easy to train. Whippets are best suited to a balanced lifestyle, needing moderate daily exercise, along with ample time to rest and relax.
Read our Whippet Buying Advice page for information on this dog breed.

Lurcher & Whippet Hybrid
6 Lurcher Puppies Ready from 10th October 2026 4 bitches 2 dogs Fawn, Blue, Brown Brindle, Black Brindle Bitch - Saluki x Bedlington Whippet Stud Dog - Captain Kirk (KC Registered Whippet)

Whippet
Smart litter of strong pups. Two dogs & two bitches. Both parents can be seen. Fab dogs... both parents have brilliant natures. These are smaller sized whippets. They are kc reg, will leave vet check
The average cost of a purebred Whippet puppy in the United Kingdom is approximately £698, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.