While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, West Highland White Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Bichon Yorkie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Courageous
Friendly
Independent
Alert
Intelligent

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Cheerful

West Highland White Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bichon Yorkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

West Highland White Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Bichon Yorkies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Scotland

United States

scottish, skye, dandie dinmont, and cairn terriers

Bichon Frise and Yorkshire Terrier

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Recent

West Highland White Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Bichon Yorkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The West Highland White Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Bichon Yorkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

West Highland White Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bichon Yorkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

West Highland White Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bichon Yorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

West Highland White Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bichon Yorkies have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

West Highland White Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Bichon Yorkies bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Belly rubs, Walking, Petting, Playing, Nap, Walk, Play, Run, Walking slow, Daily walks, River rafting, Camping, Hike

Walk, Running, Squeaky chase, Walking, Play keep away, Fetch, Play, Lazing, Playing fetch, Cuddling, Go on walks, Playing, Cuddle, Go on Vacation, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Dog Parks, Walks, Training, Walks on trails, Hike, Fishing, Car rides, Playdate, Bubbles, Eating Snacks, Sprinkler

West Highland White Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Bichon Yorkies have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

West Highland White Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bichon Yorkie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

West Highland White Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Bichon Yorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

West Highland White Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bichon Yorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

West Highland White Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bichon Yorkies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

West Highland White Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Bichon Yorkies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

West Highland White Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bichon Yorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.