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Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Roseneath Terrier or Foxie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Toy Poodle West Highland White Terrier Wire Fox Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Barbone
Pudle
Teacup Poodle
Teddy Poodle
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier height comparison:
Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $900-$1200 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?
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 West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

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

Playfulness
Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Toy Poodle is a playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?
Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

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

Low 🔽

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

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

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier energy level comparison:
Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?
Toy Poodle 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.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?
1/4 to 1 cup 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. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier coat comparison:
Dense
Curly
Thick
Dense Wiry
Colors
What are the original Toy Poodle, West Highland White Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
White White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

Medium

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

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

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Toy Poodle or West Highland White Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

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

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?

Not really

Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

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

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Toy Poodle and West Highland White Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier have?
2-4 puppies 2-5 puppies 4-6 puppies

Toy Poodle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. 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?
Dog Registry of America Inc. 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

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