AWC Top 20 Ch Mckaden Flying Colors
Mckaden Whippets was proud to introduce Meritt, Am MSBIS Ch Can Ch Mckaden Flying Colors NC, to the whippet fancy in Topeka, Kansas at her first American Whippet Club National Specialty and Top Twenty event.
Mckaden 2022 Update
For the Mckaden crew, 2022 was the year for making up for lost time - and what a year it was!
Meritt is AKC 2022 #13 Whippet
We’re proud to announce that Meritt finished the 2022 show season as the #13 Whippet in the USA!
Whippets 101: Lesson 4 - Safety & Control is the Name of the Game!
Let’s talk about collars, leads and harnesses for whippets!
Grain Free Diets Linked to Heart Disease
Important information about the link between canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and dogs eating certain grain-free dog food.
What Is Reverse Sneezing?
Reverse sneezing is a fairly common respiratory event in dogs, and is especially common in whippets. First-time whippet owners may become alarmed the first time they experience this… but not to worry!
Demystifying “Pet-Quality”: The Difference Between Show Dogs & Pet Puppies
Understanding the difference between show dogs and pet puppies – and how breeders arrive at those assessments – can significantly demystify the selection process for many new owners.
Whippets 101: Lesson 3 - "We'll Hit Up the Dog Park!”
Dog parks are NOT a good place for whippet…. here’s why.
Post-Lockdown Separation Anxiety
Read this important article on an upsetting condition in dogs that could occur when restrictions are lifted.
Pandemic Puppy Demand
Breeders are receiving more puppy (and adult dog) inquiries than ever before, so many that it has become very difficult to keep up and answer them all. This is a long read, but it’s well written and the information is important if you are looking to purchase a dog during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whippets 101: Lesson 2: "It's How You Raise Them!"
Once a breed familiar to few, whippets have been increasing in popularity recently. If you have never met a whippet or owned a sighthound breed, please read this blog post before inquiring about puppies. A whippet can make a wonderful companion for the right home, but they have unique requirements and are not without challenges.
Whippets 101: Lesson 1 - "My Sighthound/Whippet Experience Counts!"
As much as we love whippets, they are definitely not a good fit for everyone! So before you jump into the search for your next family member, be sure that the breed is right for you - read on for inconvenient truths and answers to many of our most frequently asked questions.
How to Identify a Good Whippet Breeder
Looking for a breeder for your first or next whippet? This is a must-read if you don’t know where to start.