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[nabeeha]

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Just wondering in general really... I know some breeds are more silly toward males and females then other... how are the Whippets in the same sex meeting sort of speak.

I mean a male meeting a male, do they usually go ok.

 

[bardmand]

Just wondering in general really... I know some breeds are more silly toward males and females then other... how are the Whippets in the same sex meeting sort of speak.
I mean a male meeting a male, do they usually go ok.

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Generally, I believe whippets are amongst the least same-sex aggressive breeds - but there certainly are exceptions, and I have an inkling it runs in some families.

 

[jok]

I think it is very much an individual thing, but Whippets are so good natured with other dogs.

My Frankie certainly does differentiate between dogs and bitches when we meet other's out on walks. He is perfectly happy with other bitches but he is not too keen on other dogs playing with 'his' bitches (Chloe and Holly). He is quite protective of the girls and i find him more relaxed with other male dogs when he's out on his own without my bitches. However, he is not at all aggressive, just a bit on his toes and unnerved i suppose. He LOVES playing with bitches.

 

[nabeeha]

Thanks so much for your input... Ellie my GSD is a silly sausage :- "

 

[jools]

Brodie, my 9year old neutered Lab X has always hated other males - without exception :angry: , I could only foster buitches because of this - but - he is fine o with all the whippet dogs he has met, neutered or not! He even cuddles up with old Whiz :huggles: , and Brodie isn't a particularly cuddly type!

I find whippets (at least the ones I have had in the house) are a pretty non confrontational breed on the whole - but there are exceptions to every rule!! :teehee:

 

[lalena]

i'm positive bardmand has hit it on the head with it running in families, but whether genetic or a learned trait from the dam, or a combination I don't know.

as often said, when viewing pups, pay VERY close attention to mum and her behavior, and how the breeders act with her.

 

[nabeeha]

thank you so ever much for your in put :b

 

[melanie]

my girls and boys are very easy going jess, when we are out walking they dont really bother to much with any dogs we meet, my older girls dont even say hello to other dogs they just trot staight passed, even if they are off the leads!

 

[imperative]

We have 2 male whippets,litter mates.who get along very well. Scarlett our viszla is a bitch and never had any problems.Must say though she seems protective towards me (w00t)

When out I always stand between her and other dog/bitches to show her I will protect her.This seems to help her make decision wether to meet and greet the other dog/bitch.I keep close eye on Scarlett and if she gets fearful or nervous I focus on her completely until she feels I have her back,no matter what.

Then normally she relaxes and enjoys a game off kiss chase :huggles: