Whippet Sizes

Standard physical measurements and equipment sizing recommendations across all ready categories.

Body Measurements (Adult Standard)

Measurement	Male	Female	Unit
Weight	11 – 18	11 – 18	kg
Chest Girth	58 – 68	55 – 64	cm
Neck Girth	32 – 38	30 – 36	cm
Body Length	50 – 58	48 – 55	cm
Shoulder Height	47 – 51	44 – 47	cm

harness Recommended: L (70–85 cm)

collar Recommended: M (35–45 cm)

crate Recommended: 36" (36 inch)

bed Recommended: 30" (30 inch (60–73 cm))

This breed has a deep, narrow chest. Girth runs well above what the weight suggests, so sizing from weight alone lands too small.

Reaches adult skeletal development at approximately 14 months.

Coat Type: single · Shedding: low · Grooming Need: Level 1/5

Classification: medium dog · AKC Hound

Data verified: 2026-10-05 · Sources: Breed Standard Registry · Data sources