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Name	West Highland White Terrier	Manchester Terrier	Tosa Ken
Origins	Scotland	England	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	English Toy Terrier Black and Tan Manchester	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? Which is the smallest dog, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	Small	Small	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Manchester Terrier? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken weight comparison:	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 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)	Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$600-$1000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Manchester 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.
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Trainability West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken trainability comparison.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? 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. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Active Alert Intelligent Loyal Devoted Quiet Discerning	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Manchester Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken social needs comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken playfulness comparison:	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	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 Manchester Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken 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.	Manchester Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	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.	Manchester Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Tosa Ken 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 Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	Very healthy dog breed.	Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken 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	No data available	Bloat
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).	Frequent The Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Tosa Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken lifespan comparison. How long do West Highland White Terrier, Manchester Terrier and Tosa Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Manchester Terrier: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken energy level comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken 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. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense Hard
Colors What are the original West Highland White Terrier, Manchester Terrier and Tosa Ken color?	White	Black Tan	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken grooming comparison:	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tosa Ken 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: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Manchester Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken 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. See more.	The Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken 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.	Manchester Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Manchester Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Tosa Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tosa Ken 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.	Manchester Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: West Highland White Terrier or Manchester Terrier or Tosa Ken? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken?	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Manchester Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken 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 West Highland White Terrier and Manchester Terrier and Tosa Ken have?	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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West Highland White Terrier vs Manchester Terrier vs Tosa Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier & Toy 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 Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium 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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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