West Highland White Terrier vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the West Highland White Terrier to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between West Highland White Terriers and Alaskan Klee Kais.

West Highland White Terrier vs Alaskan Klee Kai
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-16 Years
12-16 Years
Height
14-16 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
15-20 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1500 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
11-16 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Shaker syndrome
Westie jaw
Inflammatory bowel disease
Atopic dermatitis
Hyperplastic dermatosis
Krabbe disease
Pulmonary fibrosis
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
West Highland White Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
White
White
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
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