If I were a Dog

There is an interesting series on Animal Planet called Dogs 101, which details the traits of various dog breeds. It is a truly informative and entertaining program, especially if you are looking to adopt a dog or are simply an animal person, which I happen to be. It was while watching an episode of Dogs 101 that I found my perfect dog, and quite possibly my alter ego in the dog world - the Whippet. In fact, if I were a dog, I would be a Whippet because I just have so much in common with the breed.

Here are a few Whippet characteristics:

-Whippets are quiet, gentle and loyal.
-Whippets are content to spend much of the day resting.
-Whippets do not respond well to punishment or yelling.
-Whippets are great with young children.
-Whippets are physically and emotionally sensitive.
-Whippets are very active when outdoors.
-Whippets do not do well in cold climates.
-Whippets can be very playful.
-Whippets are very loyal to their owners.
-Whippets are wonderful companions.

You can see the episode on Whippets here.

Other good sources of information on Whippets are petplace.com and terrificpets.com.