Miniature Schnauzer vs West Highland White Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs West Highland White Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Change Breed
Change Breed
General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-16 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1888 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
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
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Silver
Liver
White
Menu