Whippets are clever dogs, but they can be hard to train simply because they are not as "quick" to learn new things like other breeds. As such, it takes a bit more time and a lot of patience on the part of an owner when it comes to teaching a Whippet new things. They do not respond well to any sort of harsh correction or heavy handed treatment and need to be handled fairly and gently when they are being trained to achieve good results. In the right hands and with the right sort of guidance, Whippets can be trained to take part in obedience competitions and agility both of which they enjoy taking part in.
