Whippet Colors & Coat Guide

All recognized Whippet colors, coat types, genetics, and how color can impact pricing and health.

Whippet Colors Overview

The Whippet comes in several recognized coat colors. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

Coat color is determined by genetics, with some colors being dominant and others recessive. Understanding color genetics can help predict puppy colors and identify responsible breeding practices.

Recognized Colors

Fawn Standard

Blue Standard

Brindle Standard

Black Standard

White Standard

Red Standard

Cream Standard

Color & Price Impact

Standard colors	Normal pricing ($800–$1500)
Rare/unusual colors	Premium pricing (+$450–$750)

Coat Genetics

Whippet coat color is controlled by several genes that determine pigment production and distribution. The primary genes include the E (extension) locus, A (agouti) locus, K (dominant black) locus, and B (brown) locus.

DNA color testing is available and can help breeders predict puppy colors and identify carriers of recessive genes. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

Rare vs Standard Colors

Among Whippets, the standard colors (Fawn, Blue, Brindle, Black, White, Red, Cream) are most common. With 7 recognized colors, variety exists even within the standard palette. Buyers should be cautious—extremely rare colors can sometimes be associated with health issues or may indicate crossbreeding.

Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

Do Whippet Colors Change with Age?

Many Whippet puppies experience some degree of color change as they mature. Puppies may be born darker or lighter than their adult coat. Standard colors (Fawn, Blue, Brindle, Black, White, Red, Cream) typically stabilize as the puppy coat transitions to the adult coat between 4 and 12 months of age.

Controversial Colors

When shopping for a Whippet, be skeptical of breeders who advertise unusual colors at prices above $1500. Non-standard colors beyond Fawn, Blue, Brindle, Black, White, Red, Cream can indicate mixed breeding or genes linked to health issues. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

Frequently Asked Questions

The Whippet comes in Fawn, Blue, Brindle, Black and other colors. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

Among Whippet colors, rarity reflects recessive genetics rather than quality. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

As a Whippet puppy matures from puppyhood to adulthood (4–12 months), coat color can shift. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene.. Since the Whippet comes in 7 recognized color varieties, the extent of change depends on the specific color genetics involved.

For the Whippet, standard colors have no known health associations. Some non-standard colors in certain breeds can be linked to deafness, eye problems, or skin sensitivity. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..

Popularity among Whippet colors tends to track with the breed standard. The standard recognizes Fawn, Blue, Brindle, Black as acceptable colors. With 7 color options, Whippet buyers have good variety. Comes in virtually every color and pattern; brindle is produced by the K-locus gene and blue by the dilution gene..