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- Average Litter Size of Whippet
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Whippet Will Have
- How Much Does the Whippet Puppy Weigh at Birth?
- How Big Will a Whippet Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Whippet Puppy
- How Long is a Whippet Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Whippet
- Conclusion on Whippet Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Whippet
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 47 different Whippet birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Whippets can have is 6 puppies. Also, the Whippet can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 10 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Whippet compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Whippet Will Have
Whippet Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Whippet will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Whippet is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Whippet litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Whippet will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Whippet
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Whippet will have if your Whippet gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Whippet. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Whippet at different ages. This table applies to a Whippet that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 puppies | 5 to 7 puppies |
| 3 | 6 puppies | 4 to 8 puppies |
| 4 | 6 puppies | 4 to 8 puppies |
| 5 | 6 puppies | 4 to 8 puppies |
| 6 | 6 puppies | 3 to 8 puppies |
| 7 | 5 puppies | 3 to 8 puppies |
| 8 | 5 puppies | 2 to 8 puppies |
| 9 | 5 puppies | 1 to 8 puppies |
How Much Does the Whippet Puppy Weigh at Birth?
Veterinarian researchers did a study to find out how much Whippet puppies weigh at birth. These researchers weighed 13 Whippet puppies at birth.
Based on the study of the weight of 13 Whippet puppies, the average weight of the Whippet at birth is 352 grams (12.4 ounces). The birth weight of the Whippet puppy typically ranges from 332 grams (11.7 ounces) to 380 grams (13.4 ounces).
16 ounces equal one pound.
The factors that affect the weight of a Whippet puppy at birth include the size, weight, and age of the mother.
Importantly, research has also shown that female dogs that give birth at ages between 2 and 8 years give birth to puppies that are heavier than puppies birthed by younger or older female dogs.
Furthermore, according to another research study that weighed Whippet puppies from 5 litters, Whippets can weigh 240–400 grams at birth.
How Big Will a Whippet Puppy Get?
A Whippet puppy will grow up to weigh around 18 to 48 pounds. Furthermore, a Whippet puppy will grow up to be 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Whippet weight and how big Whippets grow here
How Much is a Whippet Puppy
The average price of a Whippet puppy is $2510. The price of a Whippet puppy ranges from $2500 to $2600.
Since the Whippet has an average litter size of 6, therefore a Whippet litter birth is worth $15060.
To learn more about the price of Whippet puppy, check our review on how much Whippet puppy cost, and Whippet buying advice.
How Long is a Whippet Pregnant?
Whippets are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Whippets can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Whippet conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Whippet for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Whippet
To ensure that your Whippet successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Whippet well: A good diet will ensure that your Whippet has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Whippet is in good health: Ensure you take your Whippet to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Whippet gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Whippet is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Whippet Litter Size
Whippets can have 6 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Whippet will have depends on factors such as the age of the Whippet and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Whippets the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Whippet. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Whippet gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Whippets in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.