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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Welsh Cocker Spaniel or Roseneath Terrier or Auggi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Welsh Springer Spaniel West Highland White Terrier Auggie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie breeds.
Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Auggi
Augi
Augie
Aussie-Corgi
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 10 - 13 inches (25 - 32 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 11.5 inches (29 cm)

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 $900-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie?
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Auggie is easier than average to get.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Very smart: Auggie is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is easiest to train?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Auggie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is most alert?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Auggie dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is most protective?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Auggie dogs are average defenders.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie? Compare temperaments.
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Affectionate
Frisky
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie?
High: Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Auggie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie social needs comparison:
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Auggie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Auggie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
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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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Auggie 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.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Auggie is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is most playful?
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Auggie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 recommended to keep the Auggie breed in the home.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is most flexible?
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Auggie dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie?
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.
Auggie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Auggie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an 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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Auggie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Auggie bite force: Ordinary.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Auggie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Auggie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has fewer health issues?
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Auggie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Auggie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
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
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Blindness
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Degenerative Myelopathy
Obesity
Back Issues
Joint Dysplasia
Urinary Stones

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which breed is most active?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Auggie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Auggie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie?
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Auggie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel'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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Auggie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. What colors are available?
Red
White
White Black
Tan
White
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Auggie requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which drools least?
The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Auggie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Auggie has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Soft
Straight
Dense Dense
Silky
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie? Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Auggie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is best with kids?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Auggie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Auggie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie? Which dog is more friendly?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Auggie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Auggie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Springer Spaniel or West Highland White Terrier or Auggie?
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Auggie dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie?
Yes
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
No
Auggie dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Auggie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Auggies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel 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

Auggie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has most military use?

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.

Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 4 to 6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. What's recommended?

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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Welsh Springer Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier vs Auggie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Welsh Springer Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, and Auggie. Which has most recognition?
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
Not recognized by any clubs.

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