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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cowley Terrier or Welshie or Roseneath Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Sealyham Terrier Welsh Terrier West Highland White Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cowley Terrier
Welsh Border Terrier
Welshie Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:
20 pounds (9 kg) Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
20 pounds (9 kg) Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:
12 inches (30 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12 inches (30 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.
Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Sealyham Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Calm
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Spirited
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?
High: Sealyham Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:
Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Sealyham Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Sealyham Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?
Average: The Sealyham Terrier barks occasionally.
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A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Sealyham Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
West Highland White Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Sealyham Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Sealyham Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Sealyham Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:
Allergies
Eye Problems
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Skin Allergies
Primary Lens Luxation
Glaucoma
Skin Irritation Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Hyperplastic Dermatosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Sealyham Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Sealyham Terrier, Welsh Terrier and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Sealyham Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier energy level comparison:
Sealyham Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Welsh Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Sealyham Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Welsh Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Welsh Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Sealyham Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Soft
Weather-resistant
Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Dense
Colors
What are the original Sealyham Terrier, Welsh Terrier and West Highland White Terrier color?
White Black
Tan
Grizzle
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Sealyham Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?

Medium

The Sealyham Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?
Yes
Sealyham Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Sealyham Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Sealyham Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Sealyham Terrier or Welsh Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?

Not really

Sealyham Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Sealyham Terrier and Welsh Terrier and West Highland White Terrier have?
3-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 2-5 puppies

Sealyham Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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

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