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Name	Bichon Frise	Toy Poodle	West Highland White Terrier
Origins	Spain Belgium	Germany France	Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Toy Poodle? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 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?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 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?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$1000-$1500	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very 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: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. 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?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle 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 Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Toy Poodle 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.	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.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle 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 Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle 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? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower 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.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	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 Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Toy Poodle and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 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: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier energy level comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Toy Poodle 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 Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Toy Poodle 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: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	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

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. 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

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:	Curly	Dense Curly Thick	Dense
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise, Toy Poodle and West Highland White Terrier color?	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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 Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle 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.	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.
Hypoallergenic Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low 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 Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Poodle 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.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	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 Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	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 Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Poodle 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 Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Poodle 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?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle 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: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Poodle 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.

Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle 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 Bichon Frise and Toy Poodle and West Highland White Terrier have?	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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