Size matchup
Greyhound vs Whippet: size & weight
Typical weight (60-70 lbs vs 25-40 lbs) and height (26-30 inches vs 18-22 inches)—so you can tell who’s bigger on the metrics that matter.
Greyhounds are taller and heavier sighthounds; Whippets are the scaled-down athlete in the same silhouette family.
Typical weight
- Greyhound: 60-70 lbs (mid ~65 lbs)
- Whippet: 25-40 lbs (mid ~33 lbs)
Greyhound usually tips the scale higher.
Typical height (withers)
- Greyhound: 26-30 inches (mid ~28.0 in)
- Whippet: 18-22 inches (mid ~20.0 in)
Greyhound is typically taller at the shoulder.
Size class & fit
Greyhound
large · lifespan 10-14 years
Gentle, Quiet, Independent
Whippet
medium · lifespan 12-15 years
Gentle, Quiet, Affectionate
Size drives food bills, car space, crate size, and how hard a jump lands on kids and seniors. Pair this page with lifestyle compare when temperament matters as much as inches.
Planning verdict
Lean Greyhound
Lean Greyhound if you want a large dog around 60-70 lbs and 26-30 inches, with energy 3/5.
Lean Whippet
Lean Whippet if you prefer medium size near 25-40 lbs and 18-22 inches, with energy 3/5.
FAQs
- Which is bigger, a Greyhound or a Whippet?
- By typical weight/height midpoints, the Greyhound tends to be larger overall. Greyhound typically weighs about 60-70 lbs (mid ~65 lbs) versus Whippet at 25-40 lbs (mid ~33 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 26-30 inches vs 18-22 inches. Greyhound is large; Whippet is medium. On typical midpoints, Greyhound tends to be the larger dog.
- Which is taller, Greyhound or Whippet?
- Greyhound is typically taller at the withers (26-30 inches vs 18-22 inches).
- Which weighs more, Greyhound or Whippet?
- Greyhound usually weighs more (60-70 lbs vs 25-40 lbs).
- Are Greyhound and Whippet the same size class?
- No—Greyhound is large and Whippet is medium.
- Do males and females change the size comparison?
- Often yes. Males are commonly at the high end of weight/height ranges and females at the low end. Always check the actual dog (or parents) rather than breed averages alone.
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References
- How to Choose the Right Dog Breed — American Kennel Club (AKC)
- How Long Will Your Dog Live? Size Matters — American Kennel Club (AKC)
- General Dog Care — ASPCA