Affenpinscher vs West Highland White Terrier

Compare the Affenpinscher to the West Highland White Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Affenpinschers and West Highland White Terriers.

Affenpinscher vs West Highland White Terrier
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
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General Details
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
11-16 Years
Height
9½-11½ Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
6½-13¼ Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Fractures
Stifle Luxation
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Shaker syndrome
Westie jaw
Inflammatory bowel disease
Atopic dermatitis
Hyperplastic dermatosis
Krabbe disease
Pulmonary fibrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Affenpinscher
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Colors
Belge
Belge
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
White
White
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