Whippet age in human years.

Gentle, quiet, and incredibly fast, Whippets are affectionate couch companions who transform into racing athletes outdoors.

Starting size: medium. Typical lifespan: 12–15 years.

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Whippet age reference
Dog ageHuman-age estimate
1 year15
2 years24
3 years28
5 years37
7 years47
10 years60
12 years69

Common questions

How old is a 1-year-old Whippet in human years?

Our medium-dog table estimates about 15 human years at age 1. This is a size-based comparison, rather than a breed-specific biological-age measurement. Health, genetics, and lifestyle affect individual dogs.

How old is a 5-year-old Whippet in human years?

Our medium-dog table estimates about 37 human years at age 5. This is a size-based comparison, rather than a breed-specific biological-age measurement. Health, genetics, and lifestyle affect individual dogs.

How old is a 7-year-old Whippet in human years?

Our medium-dog table estimates about 47 human years at age 7. This is a size-based comparison, rather than a breed-specific biological-age measurement. Health, genetics, and lifestyle affect individual dogs.

How old is a 10-year-old Whippet in human years?

Our medium-dog table estimates about 60 human years at age 10. This is a size-based comparison, rather than a breed-specific biological-age measurement. Health, genetics, and lifestyle affect individual dogs.

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