Whippet Puppies for Sale in Leeds
Yorkshire's commercial centre, well served by breeders across the surrounding countryside. The Whippet is a small sighthound built for short bursts of astonishing speed and long hours asleep on the sofa. Quiet, clean and easy to live with.
Quick answer
How much do Whippet puppies cost in Leeds?
Whippet puppies typically cost £700–£1,500 in Leeds. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Whippets live around 12–15 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £700–£1,500
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
- Size
- Medium (44–51cm)
- Exercise
- 45–60 minutes with a chance to sprint
Live Whippet listings in Leeds
Loading the latest adverts…
Buying a Whippet in Leeds
Whippet adverts in Leeds come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £700–£1,500, and demand in and around Leeds means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on Leeds adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, puppies must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near Leeds.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in Leeds.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Whippet adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of Leeds instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £700–£1,500 purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in Leeds are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in Leeds.
About the Whippet
Temperament
Gentle, quiet, affectionate
Size
Medium (44–51cm)
Lifespan
12–15 years
Exercise needs
45–60 minutes with a chance to sprint
Grooming
Very low — occasional wipe over
Best suited to
Families, flat living, first-time owners
What to know before buying a Whippet in Leeds
- •Needs a coat in cold weather — very little body fat
- •High prey drive; recall training is essential
- •One of the calmest breeds indoors
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Whippet buying questions
How much do Whippet puppies cost in the UK?+
Whippet puppies typically sell for £700–£1,500 in the UK. Prices move with health testing, Kennel Club registration, pedigree lines and location. Vaccinations, microchipping, worming and a vet check should all be included in the price.
What should I ask a Whippet breeder before buying?+
Ask to see the puppy with its mother in the home where it was bred, request health test certificates for both parents, confirm the microchip is registered and the first vaccination is done, and check the breeder holds a council licence if they breed regularly. Never pay a deposit before visiting in person.
Is a Whippet a good family pet?+
Whippets suit families who can meet their exercise, training and grooming needs. Match the breed to your home, your daily routine and the age of your children rather than to looks alone.
Where can I find Whippet puppies for sale near me?+
Browse the live Whippet adverts on this page, then filter by county or town. Adverts come from licensed breeders, private sellers and rescues, and sellers on PetTrader are asked to complete a photo-ID check — look for the Verified badge.
What age can a Whippet puppy legally leave its mother?+
Under Lucy's Law it is illegal in England to sell a puppy under 8 weeks old, and puppies must be sold by the breeder from the place they were born, with the mother present. Walk away from any seller who will not show you the mother.
Are there Whippet puppies for sale in Leeds right now?+
Live Whippet listings in Leeds are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Whippet near Leeds?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Whippet sellers in Leeds checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in Leeds to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.
