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Whippet
8.9
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👉 One of the best kept secrets in dog ownership - quiet, gentle, minimal shedding, great in apartments - but needs a securely fenced area and is never safe off-leash.

Sleek quiet gentle and surprisingly well-suited to apartment living.

Year 1 Cost Estimate
$3,200 to $5,800
Includes purchase, first-year vet care, vaccines, spay/neuter, and supplies. Rescue path costs significantly less — take the quiz to see both paths.
Pros
Very low shedding minimal grooming Quiet and calm indoors Gentle and affectionate
Cons
Strong prey drive - dangerous off-leash Sensitive to cold Requires securely fenced area
Health Issues
Cardiac issues Von Willebrands disease Eye conditions Sensitivity to anesthesia

Full health screening checklist included in the paid report.

✓ No common insurance restrictions
🐶 Rescue: Sometimes found in rescue
Recommended Starter Kit
MidWest iCrate 36" Dog Crate →Rabbitgoo No-Pull Dog Harness →Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Puppy →KONG Classic Dog Toy →Nina Ottosson Puzzle Feeder →Bully Sticks Bulk Pack →Furhaven Orthopedic Dog Bed →Hertzko Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush →Zesty Paws 8-in-1 Multivitamin Chews →Cosequin Joint Supplement →

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Rescue vs Breeder cost split, 3-year projection, training timeline, and breeder checklist are in the full report.

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