Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

Papiteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Whippets are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Papitese if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Whippets are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

England

Papillon, Maltese

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

Papiteses have medium-length coats.

Whippets have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Papitese can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Whippet can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Corneal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Food Allergies

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Papiteses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Whippets thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Papitese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Whippet has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Papiteses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Whippets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Papiteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Whippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Papitese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Whippets are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Fetch, Everythimg, Dog Parks

Run, Nap, Hunt, Fetch, Nose work, Eating Snacks, Dog Parks, Walks, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Toys

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papitese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Whippet, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Papiteses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Whippets usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Papitese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Whippet is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Papitese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Whippet should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papitese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-40 pound (11 - 18 kg) Whippet feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Papitese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papitese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Whippet is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Papitese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Whippets make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Papiteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Whippets are not cat friendly.

Papiteses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Whippets are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

Whippets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Papiteses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Whippets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.