West Highland White Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Clumber Spaniel tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

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 Clumber Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Courageous
Friendly
Independent
Alert
Intelligent

Gentle
Affectionate
Dignified
Loyal
Calm
Hearted

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

Clumber Spaniels shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Scotland

England

scottish, skye, dandie dinmont, and cairn terriers

spaniel, basset hound, saint bernard

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

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

1800s

1700s

Terrier (AKC:1908)(UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1884)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

White
Pied

A West Highland White Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Clumber Spaniel can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

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

Clumber Spaniels 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.

While the Clumber Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Ectropion

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

West Highland White Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Clumber Spaniels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

West Highland White Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Clumber Spaniel excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

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

Clumber Spaniels are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Clumber Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For West Highland White Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Clumber Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most West Highland White Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Clumber Spaniels usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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.

The Clumber Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-21 pound (7 - 10 kg) West Highland White Terrier feed 1.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 70-85 pound (32 - 39 kg) Clumber Spaniel feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a West Highland White Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Clumber Spaniel is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a West Highland White Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Clumber Spaniel is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Clumber Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

West Highland White Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Clumber Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

West Highland White Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Clumber Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Clumber Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.