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Name	American Eskimo Dog	German Spitz	West Highland White Terrier
Origins	United States Germany	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Spitz Eskie Eskimo Spitz	Deutscher Spitz	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	Medium	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or German Spitz? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:	Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:	Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:	American Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Eskimo Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Eskimo Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:	The American Eskimo Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	A lot: American Eskimo Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the American Eskimo Dog breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Spitz indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	West Highland White Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Eskimo Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:	American Eskimo Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	The American Eskimo Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Diabetes	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do American Eskimo Dog, German Spitz and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	Prefers cold weather The American Eskimo Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier energy level comparison:	American Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Eskimo Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Eskimo Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original American Eskimo Dog, German Spitz and West Highland White Terrier color?	White Biscuit	Black White Orange Tricolor	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or {name3 shedding:	American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The American Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes American Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Eskimo Dog or German Spitz or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier?	Not really American Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Eskimo Dog and German Spitz and West Highland White Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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American Eskimo Dog vs German Spitz vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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