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Name	Bichon Frise	West Highland White Terrier	Miniature Pinscher
Origins	Spain Belgium	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	46	42	71
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Frise, Tenerife Dog, Bichon A Poil Frise, Bichon Tenerife, Purebred Bichon	Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrier, White Roseneath Terrier, Westie (or Westy)	Min Pin, King Of The Toys, Reh Pinscher, Zwergpinsc
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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	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	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
Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$900-$1200	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent	Very frequent

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher size comparison:	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher coat comparison:	Curly	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise, West Highland White Terrier and Miniature Pinscher color?	White Apricot Buff Cream	White	Rust Chocolate Red Tan Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Bichon Frises are low shedders.	West Highland White Terriers shed none to minimal.	Miniature Pinschers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	4-6 weeks Average.	4-6 weeks Average.

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Playful Sensitive Cheerful Gentle Intelligent	Affectionate Courageous Friendly Independent Alert Intelligent	Clever Friendly Playful Intelligent Energetic Outgoing Responsive
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher intelligence:	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Bichon Frise.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú West Highland White Terrier.	Smart: Miniature Pinscher's has great intelligence.
Trainability Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher trainability comparison.	Bichon Frises are quite easy to train.	West Highland White Terriers are easy to train.	Miniature Pinschers are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	Miniature Pinschers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	West Highland White Terriers are highly affectionate dogs.	Miniature Pinschers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher social needs comparison:	Bichon Frises need a lot of social interaction.	West Highland White Terriers are a social breed.	Miniature Pinschers are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally.	Nagyon sokat: West Highland White Terrier kimondottan hangos fajta.	Nagyon sokat: Miniature Pinscher kimondottan hangos fajta.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises are average watchdogs.	West Highland White Terriers are average watchdogs.	Miniature Pinschers are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frises are not the best to protect their territory.	West Highland White Terriers are extremely protective guard dogs.	Miniature Pinschers strongly protect their territory.
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 West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frises have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	West Highland White Terriers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Miniature Pinschers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bichon Frises have average wanderlust potential.	West Highland White Terriers have average wanderlust potential.	Miniature Pinschers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bichon Frises don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals.	West Highland White Terriers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Miniature Pinschers 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Bichon Frise fajta.	Nem a legjobb választás West Highland White Terrier, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható West Highland White Terrier tartása lakásban.	Lakásbarát kutya Miniature Pinscher fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bichon Frises adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	West Highland White Terriers adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	West Highland White Terriers 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.	Miniature Pinschers 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.
Fighting 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frises are very stranger friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terriers are stranger friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinschers are not the most stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises are kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinschers are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises are very cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terriers are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Pinschers are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises are very dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terriers are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinschers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	No Bichon Frises are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No West Highland White Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Miniature Pinschers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frises are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	West Highland White Terriers are generally with other pets.	Miniature Pinschers are generally with other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher health problems comparison:	Allergies Bladder Stones Hip Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts Patellar Luxation Vaccination Sensitivity	Atopic Dermatitis Cataracts Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Hyperplastic Dermatosis Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Pulmonary Fibrosis White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Epilepsy Hypothyroidism Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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.	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, West Highland White Terrier and Miniature Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-15 years	12-16 years	12-15 years
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Hypoallergenic Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes	Yes	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher energy level comparison:	Bichon Frises have a lower energy level than other dogs.	West Highland White Terriers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Pinschers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frises exercise need is minimal.	West Highland White Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Pinschers exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	West Highland White Terriers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Miniature Pinschers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	1/2 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.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High.	Average to High.	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to overweight.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	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.	Prefers warm weather
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Low The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Low The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bichon Frise and West Highland White Terrier and Miniature Pinscher have?	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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