Lurcher vs Whippet Comparison – Which dog is better Poacher's Dog or Snap Dog?

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Name	Lurcher	Whippet
Origins	United Kingdom	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lurcher vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred

Lurcher vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Lurcher or Whippet? Is the Lurcher bigger than the Whippet breed? Is a Lurcher smaller than a Whippet?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lurcher or Whippet? Lurcher vs Whippet weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lurcher or Whippet? Is a Lurcher taller than a Whippet?	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25 inches (63 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Lurcher vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lurcher or Whippet? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Lurcher and Whippet?	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lurcher or Whippet?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Lurcher vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Lurcher or Whippet smarter? Which is best? Lurcher vs Whippet intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Lurcher vs Whippet trainability comparison. What's the difference between Lurcher vs Whippet?	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lurcher or Whippet?	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lurcher or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Lurcher vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lurcher or Whippet? Lurcher vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Affectionate	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Whippet?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lurcher vs Whippet?	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Lurcher vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Whippet?	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Whippet? Which can be better for hunting?	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lurcher vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lurcher vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lurcher vs Whippet?	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lurcher or Whippet?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lurcher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lurcher vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lurcher or Whippet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Lurcher vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lurcher or Whippet?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lurcher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Lurcher more dangerous than a Whippet?	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lurcher vs Whippet mouthiness comparison:	Lurcher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lurcher vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lurcher vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lurcher vs Whippet?	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lurcher vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lurcher vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Bloat	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lurcher vs Whippet?	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lurcher vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Lurcher and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Lurcher and Whippet?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lurcher vs Whippet?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Lurcher vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lurcher or Whippet? Lurcher vs Whippet energy level comparison:	Lurcher dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lurcher vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lurcher or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lurcher dogs have an average exercise need.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lurcher or Whippet?	Lurcher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lurcher vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lurcher or Whippet? Does the Lurcher breed eat more than the Whippet breed?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lurcher vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lurcher vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lurcher vs Whippet coat comparison:	Thick Smooth Straight	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Lurcher and Whippet color? Lurcher vs Whippet color comparison:	Any	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lurcher or Whippet? Lurcher vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lurcher or Whippet? Do Lurcher dogs shed more than Whippet dogs?	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lurcher or Whippet?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lurcher vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lurcher or Whippet?	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Whippet?	The Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lurcher vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lurcher dogs are generally with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lurcher or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lurcher or Whippet?	Lurcher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lurcher or Whippet?	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lurcher or Whippet? Can a Lurcher and a Whippet be friends? Do Lurcher dogs get along with Whippet dogs?	Lurcher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Lurcher vs Whippet?	Yes Lurcher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lurcher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lurchers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lurcher vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Lurcher or Whippet? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Lurcher vs Whippet?	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lurcher vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Lurcher and Whippet have? Lurcher vs Whippet litter size comparison:	3-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Lurcher vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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