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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
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$900-$1200	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.

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

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	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)
Average 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)
Average 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 Grooming, Hair and 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 dog 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. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
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. See more.	West Highland White Terriers shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Pinschers shed moderately. 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 West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	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.

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Personality / Temperament 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:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: Miniature Pinscher's has great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher trainability comparison.	Bichon Frises are quite easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terriers are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Pinschers are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.
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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.	Sensitive: Miniature Pinschers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	High: Bichon Frises are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terriers are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Miniature Pinschers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher social needs comparison:	Bichon Frises need a lot of social interaction. See more.	West Highland White Terriers are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Pinschers are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Bichon Frises are average watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terriers are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Pinschers are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? 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. See more.	West Highland White Terriers are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Pinschers strongly protect their territory. See more.
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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 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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. See more.	West Highland White Terriers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Pinschers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bichon Frises have average wanderlust potential. See more.	West Highland White Terriers have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Pinschers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	West Highland White Terriers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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.

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.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
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.
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.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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 Breeds That Get Along Well With 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?	Yes Bichon Frises are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Pinschers 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 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.
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.

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Health 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 frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
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?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 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 See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy 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 too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Pinschers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
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: 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 West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and 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 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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the 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 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.	The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher 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 West Highland White Terrier or Miniature Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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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 West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher?	Not really Bichon Frise 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.	Not really Miniature Pinscher 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher 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 West Highland White Terrier and Miniature Pinscher have?	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher Recognition Comparison

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

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