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Name	Silky Terrier	West Highland White Terrier	Labradoodle
Origins	Australia	Scotland	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle height comparison:	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$900-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle intelligence:	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Alert Intelligent 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: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	High: Silky 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.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Silky Terrier 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.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle 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 Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Silky 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.	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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	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	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Silky 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).	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Silky Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	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.	4 to 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? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Silky Terrier 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Silky Straight Glossy	Dense	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Silky Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Labradoodle color?	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	White	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very 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 Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle?	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Yes Silky 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 Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Silky 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 Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Silky Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Labradoodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Not really Silky 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.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes 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.

Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle 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 Silky Terrier and West Highland White Terrier and Labradoodle have?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Silky Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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