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- Cesky Terrier Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction
- Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview
- Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier
- Lifespan of Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier
- The Popularity of Cesky Terrier versus Popularity of West Highland White Terrier
- Health Problems of Cesky Terrier versus Health Problems of West Highland White Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier
- Do Cesky Terriers shed more than West Highland White Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier?
- Does the Cesky Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?
- Do Cesky Terriers Bark and Howl? What about West Highland White Terriers?
- Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cesky Terrier vs. West Highland White Terrier
- Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier?
- Are Cesky Terriers good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Cesky Terriers and West Highland White Terriers?
- Is the Cesky Terrier Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the West Highland White Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cesky Terrier Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cesky Terrier and for the West Highland White Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier.
Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview
Both the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are similar in size. The Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are Terrier Dogs. This means both the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cesky Terrier to the West Highland White Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier
| Factor | Cesky Terrier | West Highland White Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Weight | 13 to 30 pounds | 13 to 22 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1600 – $2700 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2220 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 183 | 41 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cesky Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the West Highland White Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the West Highland White Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cesky Terrier is a better pet than the West Highland White Terrier. So, you should get the Cesky Terrier!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier
Below is a list of where the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier
The Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier.
Cesky Terriers weigh 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Cesky Terriers are 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, West Highland White Terriers weigh 13 to 22 pounds when fully grown. West Highland White Terriers are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier
The lifespan of Cesky Terriers is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cesky Terriers is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of West Highland White Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of West Highland White Terriers is 14.0 years.
West Highland White Terriers live longer than Cesky Terriers.
The Popularity of Cesky Terrier versus Popularity of West Highland White Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the West Highland White Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Cesky Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the West Highland White Terrier is 41 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Cesky Terrier is 183 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cesky Terrier
Popularity of West Highland White Terrier
| Year | Cesky Terrier Popularity Rank | West Highland White Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 174 | 36 |
| 2014 | 182 | 38 |
| 2015 | 179 | 41 |
| 2016 | 182 | 41 |
| 2017 | 185 | 42 |
| 2018 | 185 | 42 |
| 2019 | 188 | 44 |
| 2020 | 191 | 44 |
Health Problems of Cesky Terrier versus Health Problems of West Highland White Terrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cesky Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the West Highland White Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cesky Terrier than for the West Highland White Terrier.
7 health tests are recommended for Cesky Terrier while 3 tests are recommended for the West Highland White Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cesky Terriers and in West Highland White Terriers.
Cesky Terrier Health Problems
Cesky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cesky Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cesky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cesky Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cesky Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cesky Terriers here.
West Highland White Terrier Health Problems
West Highland White Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing West Highland White Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a West Highland White Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your West Highland White Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen West Highland White Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for West Highland White Terriers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier
Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
West Highland White Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Cesky Terriers shed more than West Highland White Terriers?
Cesky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
West Highland White Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier
Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
West Highland White Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier?
Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.
West Highland White Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Cesky Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?
Cesky Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
West Highland White Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Cesky Terriers Bark and Howl? What about West Highland White Terriers?
Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
West Highland White Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
West Highland White Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cesky Terrier vs. West Highland White Terrier
Cesky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
West Highland White Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cesky Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
West Highland White Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier?
Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
West Highland White Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cesky Terriers good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?
Cesky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
West Highland White Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cesky Terriers and West Highland White Terriers?
Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
West Highland White Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Cesky Terrier Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?
Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.
West Highland White Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Cesky Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the West Highland White Terrier?
Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
West Highland White Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cesky Terrier or the West Highland White Terrier?
Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
West Highland White Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cesky Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cesky Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the West Highland White Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the West Highland White Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the West Highland White Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cesky Terrier and how the West Highland White Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cesky Terrier and of the West Highland White Terrier to other breeds:
Cesky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cesky Terrier versus Shichon Cesky Terrier versus English Setter Cesky Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Cesky Terrier versus Pomchi Cesky Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Cesky Terrier versus Afador Cesky Terrier versus Komondor Cesky Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Cesky Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound Cesky Terrier versus Bich Poo Cesky Terrier versus Weimaraner Cesky Terrier versus Australian Terrier Cesky Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Cesky Terrier versus American Bulldog Cesky Terrier versus Saint Bernard Cesky Terrier versus Shih Tzu Cesky Terrier versus Boston Terrier Cesky Terrier versus Border Collie Cesky Terrier versus Belgian Sheepdog Cesky Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro Cesky Terrier versus Gordon Setter Cesky Terrier versus Puggle Cesky Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier Cesky Terrier versus Papipoo Cesky Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle
West Highland White Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
West Highland White Terrier versus Mountain Cur West Highland White Terrier versus Shihpoo West Highland White Terrier versus Chihuahua West Highland White Terrier versus German Pinscher West Highland White Terrier versus Mountain Cur West Highland White Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres West Highland White Terrier versus Lakeland Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Beaglier West Highland White Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Pointer West Highland White Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound West Highland White Terrier versus Sloughi West Highland White Terrier versus Komondor West Highland White Terrier versus Cane Corso West Highland White Terrier versus Puli West Highland White Terrier versus Schipperke West Highland White Terrier versus Basset Hound West Highland White Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog West Highland White Terrier versus Plott West Highland White Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel West Highland White Terrier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Havanese West Highland White Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli West Highland White Terrier versus Sheepadoodle
Conclusion: Cesky Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cesky Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier better suits you and your family.