Whippet

Getting a dog

Learn everything you need to know from our getting a dog section. From choosing the right breed for you, to questions to ask the breeder, we have everything you need to know.

Getting a dog

Feeding your puppy

It's important that your dog has a well balanced, healthy diet. Learn more about which diet is best for your dog and why.

Learn more about feeding your puppy

How to socialise your puppy

Like human children, puppies are not born with the social skills that they require to live with their family. Learn why socialisation is important.

What is puppy socialisation?

The best environment for your puppy

Young puppies have a lot to learn, so it's best to ensure your home is 'dog proof'. Learn more about how to keep them safe and sound. 

Understand the best environment for your puppy

Life expectancy

Want to learn more about how long the breed of dog you are looking to purchase might live for? You can learn more about this and other characteristics of the breed on The Kennel Club Breed A-Z.

Learn more about each breed

Caring for your dog

One of the most important responsibilities of dog ownership is making sure you take good care of them, so they can lead a happy, healthy life.

These are the basic dog care needs that you'll need to be aware of.

Dog care basics

Health advice

Our dogs depend on us to look after them and we want nothing more than to help them to live full, happy and healthy lives. Although most dogs don't see their vet very often, there are still many reasons your dog can become ill.

Learn more about health

Pet Advertising Advisory Group

We are a member of the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) which has created a set of minimum standards as a guideline for classified advertising websites. All breeders who advertise their litters using our service should adhere to these standards.

View the minimum standards