Breed Comparison: Papipoo Versus Whippet

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Papipoo Versus Whippet: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo 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 Papipoo 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 Papipoo and the Whippet.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo 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 Papipoo 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 Papipoo 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 Papipoo or the Whippet.

Papipoo versus Whippet: Overview

A very important difference between the Papipoo and the Whippet is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog while the Whippet is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Papipoo versus Whippet: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papipoo 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 Papipoo and the Whippet

Factor Papipoo Whippet
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 11 inches 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 6 to 14 pounds 18 to 48 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1500 $2120
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $1600 – $2600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papipoo 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 Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Whippet is 86 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Whippet. So, you should get the Papipoo!

    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 Papipoo and the Whippet so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Whippet

    Below is a list of where the Papipoo and the Whippet are most different:

  • Papipoos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Whippets are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Whippet

    The Papipoo and the Whippet are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Whippet are most similar:

  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are very easy to train.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Whippet are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Whippet

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Whippet.

    Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches 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 Papipoo versus Whippet

    The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Whippets is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Whippets is 13.5 years.

    Whippets live longer than Papipoos.

    Price of Papipoo versus Price of Whippet

    The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of a Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo 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 Papipoo.

    Papipoo Whippet
    Average Price $1500 $2120
    Price Range $1500 to $1500 $1600 to $2600

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Papipoo and Whippet. For different price points, the charts show how many Papipoo puppies or how many Whippet puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Whippets

    A breakdown of the prices of Whippets

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papipoo 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Papipoo versus Whippet

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Whippets do not like to be left alone.

    Do Papipoos shed more than Whippets?

    Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Whippets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Whippet

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Whippets do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Whippet?

    Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Whippets are very easy to groom.

    Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whippet?

    Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Whippets?

    Papipoos 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 Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Whippets cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Whippet

    Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Whippets have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whippets Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Whippets can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Whippet?

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Whippets get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Whippets?

    Papipoos 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 Papipoos and Whippets?

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Whippets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Whippet?

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Whippets are very easy to train.

    Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Whippet?

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Whippets adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Whippet?

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Whippets are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo 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 Papipoo:

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Whippet vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Whippet vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Whippet vs Toy Poodle.
  • 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:

  • Ibizan Hound (86 percent match with Whippet). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Ibizan Hound.
  • Italian Greyhound (78 percent match with Whippet). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Whippet compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Whippet to other breeds:

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Whippet Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whippet versus Standard Poodle     Whippet versus Boxerdoodle     Whippet versus Komondor     Whippet versus Pomapoo     Whippet versus English Setter     Whippet versus Yorkipoo     Whippet versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Whippet versus Dachshund     Whippet versus Norwich Terrier     Whippet versus Clumber Spaniel     Whippet versus Field Spaniel     Whippet versus Akbash     Whippet versus Schnoodle     Whippet versus Boerboel     Whippet versus Weimaraner     Whippet versus Bracco Italiano     Whippet versus Stabyhoun     Whippet versus Pomeranian     Whippet versus Maltese     Whippet versus Lhasa Apso     Whippet versus Belgian Tervuren     Whippet versus Affenhuahua     Whippet versus Schnoodle     Whippet versus Dachshund     

    Conclusion: Papipoo 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 Papipoo and the Whippet better suits you and your family.