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French Bulldog vs Whippet
French Bulldog
Short
Whippet
Short
Choose the French Bulldog if you want…
- a home with other pets
- a flat or small home
- a calmer companion
Choose the Whippet if you want…
- less hair around the house
- an active companion for long walks and play
Side by side
| Trait | French Bulldog | Whippet |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Medium |
| Weight | 8–14 kg (18–31 lb) | 11–18 kg (24–40 lb) |
| Height | 28–33 cm (11–13 in) | 44–56 cm (17–22 in) |
| Life span | 10–12 years | 12–15 years |
| Origin | France | England |
| Energy | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Trainability | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with children | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good with other pets | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Suits a flat | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Grooming needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the French Bulldog or the Whippet?
The Whippet — typically about 1.3 times the weight. French Bulldog: 8–14 kg (18–31 lb); Whippet: 11–18 kg (24–40 lb).
Which lives longer, the French Bulldog or the Whippet?
The Whippet, on average. French Bulldog: 10–12 years; Whippet: 12–15 years.
Is the French Bulldog or the Whippet better with children?
We rate them the same. Both still need supervision with young children.
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