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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Roseneath Terrier or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Terrier West Highland White Terrier Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Borders Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle weight comparison:
Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle height comparison:
Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $900-$1200 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle intelligence:
Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle trainability comparison.
Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?
High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle playfulness comparison:
Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?
Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Terrier 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).
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle energy level comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Border Terrier 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.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
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. 2 to 3 cups 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? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle coat comparison:
Rough Dense Curly
Colors
What are the original Border Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Poodle color?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
White Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?
Yes
Border Terrier 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.
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Poodle? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle?

Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Border Terrier and West Highland White Terrier and Poodle have?
2-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 2-4 puppies

Border Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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