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Name	Cavapoo	Chihuahua	Westiepoo
Origins	Australia	Mexico	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavoodle	Csivava Chihuahueño	Wee Po Wee-Poo Wee-Poos Westidoodle Westiedoodle Westiedoodles Westie-Poo Westipoo Westi-poo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Which is the smallest dog, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Small Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$600-$800	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	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 Chihuahua is quite easy to get.	Average: The Westiepoo is a commonly available dog breed.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo intelligence:	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Westiepoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo trainability comparison.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Westiepoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Westiepoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Westiepoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Active Playful Stubborn Affectionate Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Westiepoo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Westiepoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Westiepoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Westiepoo 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

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Westiepoo is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Westiepoo barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua 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 Westiepoo indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Westiepoo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Westiepoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Westiepoo bite force: Ordinary.
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 Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Westiepoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo mouthiness comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Westiepoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	Very healthy dog breed.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	Westiepoos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Atrophy Tooth Loss
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Westiepoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo lifespan comparison. How long do Cavapoo, Chihuahua and Westiepoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Westiepoo: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo energy level comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Westiepoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Westiepoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Westiepoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	2 to 2.5 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? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Westiepoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Fine	Dense Wavy Medium
Colors What are the original Cavapoo, Chihuahua and Westiepoo color?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Cream White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Westiepoo requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Cavapoo or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Westiepoo 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: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	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 Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Westiepoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Westiepoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Westiepoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Westiepoo 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 Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Westiepoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Westiepoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Westiepoo dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Westiepoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Westiepoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.	Westiepoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Cavapoo or Chihuahua or Westiepoo? 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: Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Westiepoo 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.

Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo 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 Cavapoo and Chihuahua and Westiepoo have?	2-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Cavapoo vs Chihuahua vs Westiepoo 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 1904 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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