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

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Name Wire Fox Terrier West Highland White Terrier Schipperke
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke breeds.
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Spits
Spitske
Spitzke
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) 12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Schipperke? Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 11.5 inches (27 cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $900-$1200 $600-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Schipperke?
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which is easiest to train?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed is most alert?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed is most protective?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Schipperke dogs are average defenders.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Curious
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke?
High: Wire Fox Terrier 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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Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke social needs comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
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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West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Schipperke 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?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed is most playful?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Schipperke is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
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 Schipperke breed in the home.

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed is most flexible?
Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Wire Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Schipperke?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Schipperke bite force: Weak.

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which has fewer health issues?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Schipperke 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 Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
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
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Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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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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High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups 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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. What colors are available?
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
White Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Brown
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which drools least?
The Wire Fox Terrier 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 Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

Medium

The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Dense Fluffy
Soft
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Schipperke? Wire Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Schipperke dogs shed moderately.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. 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 Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. 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 Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. 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 Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Wire Fox Terrier 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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Yes

Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. 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 Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 2-5 puppies 3-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. 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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Wire Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Schipperke Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Wire Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, and Schipperke. Which has most recognition?
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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