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Name	Irish Doodle	Bernedoodle	West Highland White Terrier
Origins	Germany France Ireland	Canada	Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Bernedoodles Bernese Mountain Poo	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Purebred

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Large Medium	Small Large Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or Bernedoodle? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	10-90 pounds (4.5-41 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?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	50 pounds (23 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	10-29 inches (25.5-74 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?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$700-$4500	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Very frequent: The Irish Doodle is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Irish Doodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.	Irish Doodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Irish Doodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bernedoodle 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 Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Irish Doodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Independent Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Companionable Faithful Instinctual	Stubborn Loyal Gentle Clever Goofy	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.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	High: Irish Doodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bernedoodle 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 Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed. 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Irish Doodle is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Irish Doodle dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bernedoodle 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.	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

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Irish Doodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Average: The Irish Doodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally. 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 Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	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 Irish Doodle 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 Bernedoodle 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

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Doodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernedoodle 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 Irish Doodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle 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? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bernedoodle 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.

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	The Irish Doodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia Skin Diseases	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 Irish Doodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Doodle, Bernedoodle and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Doodle: 13 years	12-18 years The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 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: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle 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.	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 West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier energy level comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Doodle dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bernedoodle dogs have an average exercise need.	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Irish Doodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bernedoodle 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 8 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Irish Doodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity. 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:	Fine Curly	Curly Wavy Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Irish Doodle, Bernedoodle and West Highland White Terrier color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Mahogany Apricot	Black Tricolor Black & White Brown & Black	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or {name3 shedding:	Irish Doodle dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle 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.	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 Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	High 🔼 The Irish Doodle has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle has a low 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 Irish Doodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bernedoodle 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.

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Doodle dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bernedoodle dogs are generally with other pets.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Doodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle 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 Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Irish Doodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Irish Doodle dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier?	Irish Doodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bernedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes Irish Doodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bernedoodle 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 Irish Doodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bernedoodle 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?	Irish Doodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier 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: Irish Doodle or Bernedoodle or West Highland White Terrier? 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.
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: Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes Irish Doodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernedoodle 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.

Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle 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 Irish Doodle and Bernedoodle and West Highland White Terrier have?	7-10 puppies	3-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Irish Doodle vs Bernedoodle vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	No data available	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club	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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