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

Tibetan Spaniel has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

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 Tibetan 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

Intelligent
Aloof
Independent
Assertive
Happy
Willful

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

Tibetan Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Scotland

Tibet

scottish, skye, dandie dinmont, and cairn terriers

pekingese, pug, japanese chin

1800s

ancient times

Terrier (AKC:1908)(UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1983)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

Black
White
Cream
Red
Sable

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 Tibetan Spaniel can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Tibetan 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.

Tibetan Spaniels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Entropion

Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

Tibetan Spaniel 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.

Tibetan Spaniels 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.

Tibetan Spaniels 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.

Tibetan Spaniel dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

Tibetan Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

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

Walking

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

West Highland White Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Tibetan Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Tibetan Spaniel feed 0.7 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 Tibetan Spaniel is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 per day.

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.

Tibetan Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Tibetan Spaniels are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Tibetan 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.

Tibetan 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.

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