With a wag and a "woof," this book invites readers to meet the graceful whippet. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the whippet breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color photos allow readers to see these speedy, curious sight hounds in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.