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let's dive into the Charming world of
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whippits those Sleek graceful dogs that
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can go from Couch Potato to racing
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machine in the blink of an eye if you're
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a proud whippit owner or thinking about
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becoming one there are some essential
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truths you must never forget here are 12
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things all whippit owners must keep in
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mind delivered with a healthy dose of
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humor and a Sprinkle of reality one
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speed demons first off let's talk about
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speed whippets are built for Speed these
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dogs can reach up to 35 mph if you think
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you can just let them off leash without
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a care think again they'll bolt after
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anything that moves faster than your
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average snail a squirrel gone a leaf
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blowing in the wind see you later you
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might as well put a sign on your yard
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caution highspeed Chasers ahead two
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gentle Souls now despite their speed
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whippets are gentle Souls they're not
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aggressive they're more likely to give
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your neighbors cat a confused look than
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to chase it down but don't let that fool
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you they have a playful side that can
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lead to some serious zum eyes around
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your living room just be prepared for
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the aftermath like your favorite lamp
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becoming collateral damage in their
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high-speed Antics three exercise
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requirements speaking of exercise these
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dogs need at least an hour of it every
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day that's right an hour split it into a
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couple of walks and maybe some play time
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in the park if you think a quick stroll
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around the block is sufficient you're in
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for a surprise a board Whi it is like a
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toddler with too much sugar they'll find
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ways to entertain themselves usually at
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your expense four sensitive nature
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whippits are sensitive creatures they
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thrive on gentle handling and positive
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reinforcement yelling at them that's
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like trying to teach calculus to a
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goldfish instead use treats and praise
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to motivate them during training
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sessions they respond better to kindness
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than to tough love so if you're looking
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for a drill sergeant approach you might
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want to reconsider five grooming needs
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let's talk grooming thankfully whippits
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have short coats which means less
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brushing for you a quick weekly brush is
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usually enough to keep their fur looking
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sharp but don't forget they do have
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sensitive skin so invest in a soft brush
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unless you want them giving you the side
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every time grooming day rolls around six
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Food Matters feeding your whippit is
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crucial they need a balanced diet
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tailored to their age and activity level
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don't fall into the Trap of overfeeding
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these dogs can pack on pounds faster
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than you can say treat time stick to
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highquality dog food and be mindful of
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treats those little snacks shouldn't
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make up more than 10% of their daily
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intake unless you're trying to turn them
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seven training takes time training a
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whip it requires patience lots of it
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they may not be the quickest learners
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but with consistent training and
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socialization from an early age they'll
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get there eventually just remember if
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they decide that sitting is overrated
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today it's probably not personal it's
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just their way of reminding you who's
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really in charge eight socialization is
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key these dogs need socialization like
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we need coffee in the morning expose
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them to different environments people
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and other dogs early on so they they
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grow up confident and well adjusted a
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Wells socialized whipit is less likely
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to be shy or anxious around new
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experiences so get out there and show
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them the world nine the art of recall
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let's discuss recall training it can be
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quite the adventure with these Speedy
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hounds start an enclos spaces and use
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treats as motivation when calling them
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back but here's the kicker never call
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them back only when it's time to go home
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or for something they don't like like
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bath time they'll learn that coming back
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means the fun is over 10 home buddy
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Vibes whippets love lounging around just
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as much as they love running after an
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hour of exercise don't be surprised if
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they curl up on the couch and snooze for
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hours they're like furry little sloths
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when they're not zooming around so
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Embrace those cozy cuddle sessions 11
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prey drive alert keep an eye on that
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prey drive whippits have it in Spades
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which means if they see something moving
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a rabbit a squirrel they might just take
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off like a rocket always keep them
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leashed or in Secure areas unless you
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want to turn your local Wildlife into
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their personal race track 12 lifelong
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commitment finally remember that owning
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a whip it is a lifelong commitment these
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dogs can live up to 12 years or more be
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prepared for all the joy and challenges
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that come with dog ownership because
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every moment spent with your whiip it
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will be worth it in conclusion owning a
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whippit is like having an elegant
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athlete who also enjoys being lazy on
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your lap keep these 12 points in mind
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and you'll navigate the delightful chaos
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of life with your whiet like a pro
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Embrace their quirks enjoy their speed
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and cherish every cuddle session you've
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got yourself one fantastic furry
