Whippet Information
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Whippet dogs have a very strong prey instinct, this is what makes them such splendid racing dogs and hunters but it also makes them see small, furry animals as potential game.
I once caught my whippets gazing with a very intent and dangerous look at an unsuspecting lady wrapped in a gorgeous mink fur. You could tell they were asking themselves what kind of creature she was and if she was going to make a good catch.
Personally, I didn’t have any luck trying to mix cats and whippets but other whippeteers tell me that it is not necessarily so.
In any case, the introduction of a new pet always calls for a good deal of caution to avoid accidents and irrevocable hard feelings between species.
I would definitely keep whippets away from rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters, they look too much like a hound’s natural prey.
Other dogs, especially when they appreciate a good game of catch, are generally happily accepted.
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