Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Lancashire Heeler Versus Whippet: Introduction
- Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet: Overview
- Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet
- The Similarities Between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet
- Lifespan of Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet
- Price of Lancashire Heeler versus Price of Whippet
- Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler versus Health Problems of Whippet
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet
- Do Lancashire Heelers shed more than Whippets?
- Which one drools more, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet?
- Does the Lancashire Heeler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whippet?
- Do Lancashire Heelers Bark and Howl? What about Whippets?
- Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lancashire Heeler vs. Whippet
- Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whippets Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet?
- Are Lancashire Heelers good family dogs? What about Whippets?
- How Kid-friendly are Lancashire Heelers and Whippets?
- Is the Lancashire Heeler Easier to Train than the Whippet?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whippet
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lancashire Heeler Versus Whippet: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Lancashire Heeler and for the Whippet. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet.
Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet: Overview
A very important difference between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lancashire Heeler is a tiny-sized dog while the Whippet is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Lancashire Heeler belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Whippet belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lancashire Heeler to the Whippet based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet
| Factor | Lancashire Heeler | Whippet |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 13 to 15 pounds | 18 to 48 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $200 | $2120 |
| Price Range | $200 – $200 | $1600 – $2600 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lancashire Heeler in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Whippet. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Lancashire Heeler is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Whippet is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Whippet is a better pet than the Lancashire Heeler. So, you should get the Whippet!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet
Below is a list of where the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet are most different:
The Similarities Between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet
The Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet.
Lancashire Heelers weigh 13 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lancashire Heelers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Whippets weigh 18 to 48 pounds when fully grown. Whippets are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet
The lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is between 9 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of Whippets is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Whippets is 13.5 years.
Whippets live longer than Lancashire Heelers.
Price of Lancashire Heeler versus Price of Whippet
The average price of the Lancashire Heeler puppy is $200. The price of the Lancashire Heeler typically ranges from $200 – $200. However, the price of a Lancashire Heeler can be as low as $200 and as high as $200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 4 Lancashire Heeler puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Whippet puppy is $2120. The price of the Whippet typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of the Whippet can be as low as $400 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 121 Whippet puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Whippet is more expensive than the Lancashire Heeler.
| Lancashire Heeler | Whippet | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $200 | $2120 |
| Price Range | $200 to $200 | $1600 to $2600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Lancashire Heeler and Whippet. For different price points, the charts show how many Lancashire Heeler puppies or how many Whippet puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Lancashire Heelers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Whippets
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lancashire Heeler puppy or the Whippet puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler versus Health Problems of Whippet
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Whippet is prone to more genetic health problems than the Lancashire Heeler.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Whippet than for the Lancashire Heeler.
3 health tests are recommended for Lancashire Heeler while 5 tests are recommended for the Whippet.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Lancashire Heelers and in Whippets.
Lancashire Heeler Health Problems
Lancashire Heelers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Lancashire Heeler puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Lancashire Heeler puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Lancashire Heeler breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Lancashire Heelers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Lancashire Heelers here.
Whippet Health Problems
Whippets are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Whippet puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Whippet puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Whippet breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Whippets for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Whippets here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet
Lancashire Heelers can be left alone only for a short time.
Whippets do not like to be left alone.
Do Lancashire Heelers shed more than Whippets?
Lancashire Heelers shed moderately.
Whippets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet
Lancashire Heelers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Whippets do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet?
Lancashire Heelers are very easy to groom.
Whippets are very easy to groom.
Does the Lancashire Heeler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whippet?
Lancashire Heelers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Whippets have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Lancashire Heelers Bark and Howl? What about Whippets?
Lancashire Heelers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Whippets are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lancashire Heelers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Whippets cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Lancashire Heeler vs. Whippet
Lancashire Heelers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Whippets have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whippets Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lancashire Heelers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Whippets can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet?
Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Whippets get along very well with other dogs.
Are Lancashire Heelers good family dogs? What about Whippets?
Lancashire Heelers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Whippets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Lancashire Heelers and Whippets?
Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Whippets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lancashire Heeler Easier to Train than the Whippet?
Lancashire Heelers are fairly easy to train.
Whippets are very easy to train.
Is the Lancashire Heeler Better for Apartment Owners than the Whippet?
Lancashire Heelers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Whippets adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lancashire Heeler or the Whippet?
Lancashire Heelers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Whippets are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lancashire Heeler that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Lancashire Heeler:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whippet
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Whippet that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Whippet:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Lancashire Heeler and how the Whippet compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lancashire Heeler and of the Whippet to other breeds:
Lancashire Heeler Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lancashire Heeler versus English Setter Lancashire Heeler versus Lhasapoo Lancashire Heeler versus Dutch Shepherd Lancashire Heeler versus French Bulldog Lancashire Heeler versus Dutch Shepherd Lancashire Heeler versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Lancashire Heeler versus Tibetan Spaniel Lancashire Heeler versus Basenji Lancashire Heeler versus Braque du Bourbonnais Lancashire Heeler versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Lancashire Heeler versus Pointer Lancashire Heeler versus Shichon Lancashire Heeler versus Plott Lancashire Heeler versus Bracco Italiano Lancashire Heeler versus Saint Bernard Lancashire Heeler versus Bullmastiff Lancashire Heeler versus Tibetan Spaniel Lancashire Heeler versus Brittany Lancashire Heeler versus Field Spaniel Lancashire Heeler versus Mountain Cur Lancashire Heeler versus Standard Poodle Lancashire Heeler versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Lancashire Heeler versus Keeshond Lancashire Heeler versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Lancashire Heeler versus Estrela Mountain Dog
Whippet Versus Other Dog Breeds
Whippet versus Basset Hound Whippet versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Whippet versus Manchester Terrier Whippet versus English Toy Spaniel Whippet versus Bullmastiff Whippet versus German Wirehaired Pointer Whippet versus Peek A Poo Whippet versus Yorkipoo Whippet versus Gordon Setter Whippet versus Shiranian Whippet versus American Bulldog Whippet versus Norfolk Terrier Whippet versus Sussex Spaniel Whippet versus Goldendoodle Whippet versus Labradoodle Whippet versus Alaskan Klee Kai Whippet versus Briard Whippet versus Havanese Whippet versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Whippet versus Labrador Retriever Whippet versus American Hairless Terrier Whippet versus Belgian Tervuren Whippet versus Saluki Whippet versus French Bulldog Whippet versus American Staffordshire Terrier
Conclusion: Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Lancashire Heeler and the Whippet better suits you and your family.