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West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Roseneath Terrier or Cavoodle or Bingley Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name West Highland White Terrier Cavapoo Airedale Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Cavoodle Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?
Small Small
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 11-18 inches (28-45 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$900-$1200 $1200-$1800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
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 Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier trainability comparison.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loving
Intelligent
Gentle
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
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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Airedale 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: West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier?
Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier social needs comparison:
West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavapoo 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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Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier playfulness comparison:
The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier?
A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally.
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Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale 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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo 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 Airedale Terrier indoors.

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavapoo bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier health problems comparison:
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
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
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 Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do West Highland White Terrier, Cavapoo and Airedale Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier?
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 Cavapoo 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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West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier energy level comparison:
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?
West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
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 Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier coat comparison:
Dense Curly
Wavy
Straight
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Colors
What are the original West Highland White Terrier, Cavapoo and Airedale Terrier color?
White Black
Cream
White
Sable
Tricolor
Chestnut
Apricot
Red sable
Phantom
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier grooming comparison:
Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding:
West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavapoo dogs shed moderately.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale 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, West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier?

Low 🔽

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

Medium

The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: West Highland White Terrier or Cavapoo or Airedale Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier?

Not really

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

Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Airedale 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.

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale 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 West Highland White Terrier and Cavapoo and Airedale Terrier have?
2-5 puppies 2-8 puppies 7-9 puppies

West Highland White Terrier vs Cavapoo vs Airedale Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
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

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