Whippet
VS
Havanese
Whippet vs Havanese
Compare Whippet and Havanese 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
Whippet
Havanese
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
44 – 51 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
9 – 19 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
14 – 17 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Whippet
Low grooming
Medium
Havanese
Easy to train
Small
Summary
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.
About Havanese
The Havanese is Cuba’s national toy breed, a sturdy, lively companion with a long, silky, low‑shedding coat. Affectionate and people‑oriented, it suits families, apartments or houses. It needs regular grooming, daily walks, play, mental stimulation, and dislikes long periods alone.
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