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Name	Havanese	Parson Russell Terrier	West Highland White Terrier
Origins	Cuba	England	Scotland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Parson Parson Jack Russell Terrier Jack Russell Terrier	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or Parson Russell Terrier? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	16 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	12-14 inches (31-36 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	13 inches (33.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$400-$600	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Happy Energetic Intelligent Obedient Bold Eager	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese 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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	No data available	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Parson Russell 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).
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Parson Russell Terrier and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics. 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.
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Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Havanese, Parson Russell Terrier and West Highland White Terrier color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan White Brown	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Parson Russell 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Havanese or Parson Russell Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Parson Russell Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Havanese and Parson Russell Terrier and West Highland White Terrier have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-8 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Havanese vs Parson Russell Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	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.
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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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