Whippet gagging can be scary and very concerning. Gagging looks like a vomiting motion with a dog having its mouth open but with no expulsion of stomach contents. It is usually accompanied by a cough and small amounts of mucus may come out, and some Whippets may swallow again. So, what causes a Whippet to […]
Whippet coughing can be alarming whether it is a hacking cough or any other type of cough. It is not pleasant to hear your dog cough especially also if accompanied by a change in breathing patterns. Coughing is a normal natural physical reaction of getting dust or any material from the airways. But what other […]
Sleep is important for the restoration of energy, for healing and growth for us humans as well as for dogs. However, you may have wondered why your Whippet sleeps most of the day. Is this normal and should you be worried? In this article, we aim to show you factors that influence a Whippet to […]
It is very concerning when you see your Whippet limping on his front leg. A Whippet’s limping front leg is not normal and should not be ignored. Whippet limping can affect both the front and back legs. It is often a sign that your Whippet is experiencing pain in its limbs. A Whippet with forelimb […]
When you see your Whippet limping on his back leg it can be scary. Whippet back leg limping is not normal and is associated with health problems. Whippet limping problems can affect both front and back legs. It is a sign that your dog is experiencing pain in its limbs. A Whippet with back leg […]
Limping of a Whippet is unusual and this can be a reason for concern. It can come on suddenly or gradually as a Whippet slowly develops difficulty in walking. So what causes Whippet limping? Let’s dive into the common causes of Whippet limping and when to seek help. Why is my Whippet limping? Whippet limping […]
Every Whippet is different and will drink different amounts of water depending on their health, lifestyle, and environmental factors. However, a Whippet drinking a lot of water is concerning especially if your dog is drinking a lot more than usual. It is normal for a Whippet to be thirsty when it’s hot, or after an […]
Heavy breathing or panting can be described as rapid labored breathing by a Whippet which is not a normal breathing pattern. The average breathing rate of a Whippet is between 15 to 35 breaths per minute while at rest and a breathing rate higher than this translates to heavy breathing. It is normal for a […]
A Husky throwing up is a frightening and alarming sight. Yes, it is common for dogs to vomit once in a while but it is quite distressing to see it happen. Huskies also throw up different vomit types from white foam, yellow foam, clear liquid, bile, and mucus. Why does Husky vomiting occur? When should […]
A Yorkshire Terrier throwing up is a frightening and alarming sight. Yes, it is common for dogs to vomit once in a while but it is quite distressing to see it happen. Yorkshire Terriers also throw up different vomit types from white foam, yellow foam, clear liquid, bile, and mucus. Why does Yorkshire Terrier vomiting […]