Chihuahua
VS
Whippet
Chihuahua vs Whippet
Compare Chihuahua and Whippet side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Chihuahua
Whippet
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 25 cm
44 – 51 cm
Weight
1 – 3 kg
9 – 19 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 18 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
2/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
5/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Chihuahua
Low grooming
Tiny
Whippet
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a tiny yet sturdy companion dog, usually 1.5–3 kg with an apple-shaped head and large eyes. Found in smooth or long coats in many colors, it is devoted, alert, and bold. It needs daily walks, training, close companionship, and good health and dental care to thrive.
About Whippet
Medium sighthound combining racing speed with calm companionship. Sleek, lean and Greyhound‑like, with a short, easy‑care coat but little weather protection. Sensitive, gentle and people‑oriented, it needs kind training, safe chances to sprint, soft warm bedding and a stable, quiet home.
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