Schipperke
VS
Whippet
Schipperke vs Whippet
Compare Schipperke 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
Schipperke
Whippet
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 33 cm
44 – 51 cm
Weight
3 – 9 kg
9 – 19 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Whippet
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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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