Whippet vs Dachshund Comparison – Which dog is better Snap Dog or Bassotto?

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Name	Whippet	Dachshund
Origins	England	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	61	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Snap Dog English Whippet	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Whippet or Dachshund? Is the Whippet bigger than the Dachshund breed? Is a Whippet smaller than a Dachshund?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Whippet or Dachshund? Whippet vs Dachshund weight comparison:	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Whippet or Dachshund? Is a Whippet taller than a Dachshund?	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Whippet vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Whippet or Dachshund? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Whippet and Dachshund?	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Whippet or Dachshund?	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Whippet vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Whippet or Dachshund smarter? Which is best? Whippet vs Dachshund intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Whippet vs Dachshund trainability comparison. What's the difference between Whippet vs Dachshund?	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Dachshund?	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Whippet vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Whippet vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Whippet vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Dachshund?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dachshund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Whippet vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Dachshund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Whippet more dangerous than a Dachshund?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Whippet vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Whippet vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Dachshund?	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Whippet vs Dachshund?	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Whippet vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Whippet and Dachshund?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Dachshund?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Whippet vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Whippet vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Whippet or Dachshund? Does the Whippet breed eat more than the Dachshund breed?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Whippet vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Whippet vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Fine Short Close in texture	Fine
Colors What are the original Whippet and Dachshund color? Whippet vs Dachshund color comparison:	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Dachshund? Whippet vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Whippet or Dachshund? Do Whippet dogs shed more than Dachshund dogs?	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Dachshund?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Whippet vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Whippet or Dachshund?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Whippet vs Dachshund?	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Whippet vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

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

Whippet vs Dachshund 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: Whippet or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Whippet vs Dachshund?	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund 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.

Whippet vs Dachshund 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 Whippet and Dachshund have? Whippet vs Dachshund litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Whippet vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain 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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