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The Whippet, a graceful little dog, is known in colliery districts as the poor man's Greyhound (see also No. 37 of this series), for it is a favourite pet with the miners, who use it for racing and rabbit coursing. In certain parts of England experiments have been made with this dog on Greyhound tracks, but it has not yet ousted its larger brother from this field of sport. The Whippet is rather shy of strangers but a good companion.
1936 DOGS - First SERIES OF 48 No 10 ISSUED BY GALLAHER
The Whippet, or "Snap" dog, for very many years has been a favourite with miners and oilier workers in the North of England, being used for straight running or "rag" racing. He was originally produced by a cross with the Greyhound and Terrier, and is a small edition of the former, being now regularly represented on the show bench. There are two varieties, the rough and smooth coated, the latter being most favoured. Colours black, reel, white, brindle, fawn, blue. Weight 20 lbs. Height at shoulder 17 to 18 ins.
1925 DOGS - No 49 in a series of 50, issued by Players
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A Greyhound in miniature which has a remarkable turn of speed over short distances. Head rat her wide and flat between ears, with long, strong muzzle. Neck long, gracefully arched and set into sloping, laid-back shoulders. Chest deep and rather narrow. Back short. Loins very strong and well arched. Forelegs straight and close together, with well-padded hare feet. There should be no weakness in lower part of leg. Hindquarters well developed and well bent at stifle and hock. Coat very sleek and short. Colour: black, blue, brindle, cream, fawn, red-and-white and various mixtures.
1937 DOGS - No 49 in a series of 50, issued by Wills
The Whippet, Race Dog or Snap Dog is one of the most graceful of breeds. For many years he has been a favourite in the North of England, being used for straight running or rag racing. Originally produced by a cross with the Greyhound and Terrier, he is now regularly seen on the Show Bench. In build he should be a Greyhound in miniature. There are two varieties - the rough and smooth-coated. Colours: various - black, red, white, brindle, fawn, blue and mixtures of each.
Height: dogs 18in, bitches 17 in.
Ideal weight: dogs 21 lb.; bitches 20 lb.
1931 DOGS - No 50 in a series of 50, issued by Players
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