Beagle vs Whippet

Compare the Beagle to the Whippet. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Beagles and Whippets.

Beagle vs Whippet
Beagle
Whippet
Beagle
Whippet
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General Details
Beagle
Whippet
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
20-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Beagle
Whippet
Origin Country
Greece
United Kingdom
Origin Year
500 AD
1610 AD
Temperament
Beagle
Whippet
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Beagle
Whippet
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Beagle
Whippet
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-90 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
None
Exercise Needs
Beagle
Whippet
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Beagle
Whippet
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Beagle
Whippet
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Beagle
Whippet
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Beagle
Whippet
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Beagle
Whippet
Average Lifespan
10-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Beagle
Whippet
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Glaucoma
Beagle dwarfism
Musladin‐Lueke syndrome
Intervertebral disc disease
Addison's disease
Von willebrand's disease
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Deafness
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Arthritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Beagle
Whippet
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Beagle
Whippet
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Tan, and Bluetick
Blue
Blue and White
Blue, Tan, and White
Brown
Brown and White
Brown, White, and Tan
Lemon
Lemon and White
Red
Red and Black
Red and White
Tan
Tan and White
White
Black
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue Brindle
Blue Fawn
Cream
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red Brindle
Red Fawn
Seal
White
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Red
White and Red Brindle
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