Toy Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier

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

Toy Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
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General Details
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
13-15 Years
11-16 Years
Height
8½-11½ Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
3½-7 Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1930 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Common Health Issues
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
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
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Toy Fox Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Colors
White and Black
White and Black
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White
White
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