What is the key nutritional profile consideration regarding carbohydrates for Whippets built for explosive speed?

Carbohydrates should be present in moderation, ideally from highly digestible sources like sweet potato or peas

Whippets utilize energy primarily through short, explosive bursts, which is characterized as anaerobic activity, contrasting with endurance dogs that rely heavily on aerobic energy requiring high carbohydrate content. Therefore, a Whippet’s diet should reflect this by keeping carbohydrates in moderation. When carbohydrates are included, they should be sourced from highly digestible ingredients such as sweet potato or peas. Utilizing heavy grains often contributes more to unnecessary body fat accumulation than providing usable explosive energy, making moderation and source quality critical factors in their macronutrient balance.