Differences and Similarities between the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo.

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Chinese Crested Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo? 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 Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo 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 Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo 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 Chinese Crested and for the Westiepoo. 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 Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Westiepoo.

Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo: Overview

Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are similar in size. The Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Westiepoo 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 Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo

Factor Chinese Crested Westiepoo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Height 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Weight Up to 12 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1430 $1480
Price Range $1000 – $1600 $1150 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • RCD3-PRA DNA Test
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested 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 Westiepoo. 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Westiepoo. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!

    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 Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo

    Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are most different:

  • Chinese Cresteds do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Westiepoos do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Westiepoos are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo

    The Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are most similar:

  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo.

    Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo

    The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.

    Westiepoos live longer than Chinese Cresteds.

    Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Westiepoo

    The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Westiepoo puppy is $1480. The price of the Westiepoo typically ranges from $1150 – $1850. However, the price of the Westiepoo can be as low as $500 and as high as $1999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 7 Westiepoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Westiepoo is more expensive than the Chinese Crested.

    Chinese Crested Westiepoo
    Average Price $1430 $1480
    Price Range $1000 to $1600 $1150 to $1850

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Westiepoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Westiepoo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Westiepoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Westiepoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Westiepoo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo

    Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Westiepoos?

    Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Westiepoo

    Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Westiepoo?

    Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?

    Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Westiepoos 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?

    Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Westiepoo

    Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Westiepoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Westiepoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Westiepoo?

    Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

    Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Westiepoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Westiepoos?

    Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Westiepoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?

    Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Westiepoo?

    Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested:

  • Bolognese (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Bolognese.
  • Japanese Chin (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Japanese Chin.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo:

  • Schnoodle (78 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Westiepoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Westiepoo to other breeds:

    Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Crested versus Australian Shepherd     Chinese Crested versus Miniature Pinscher     Chinese Crested versus English Cocker Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Harrier     Chinese Crested versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Chinese Crested versus Italian Greyhound     Chinese Crested versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Chinese Crested versus American Hairless Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro     Chinese Crested versus Scottish Deerhound     Chinese Crested versus Bullmastiff     Chinese Crested versus Tibetan Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Bull Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Barbet     Chinese Crested versus Border Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Bearded Collie     Chinese Crested versus Portuguese Water Dog     Chinese Crested versus Cesky Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Chinese Crested versus Saint Bernard     Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound     Chinese Crested versus Stabyhoun     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Finnish Lapphund     Westiepoo versus Mudi     Westiepoo versus Boerboel     Westiepoo versus Coton de Tulear     Westiepoo versus Norwegian Buhund     Westiepoo versus Schipperke     Westiepoo versus Standard Poodle     Westiepoo versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Westiepoo versus Schnoodle     Westiepoo versus Swedish Vallhund     Westiepoo versus Border Terrier     Westiepoo versus Saint Bernard     Westiepoo versus Shichon     Westiepoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Westiepoo versus Brittany     Westiepoo versus Papillon     Westiepoo versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Westiepoo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Westiepoo versus Lhasapoo     Westiepoo versus Chi-Poo     Westiepoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Westiepoo versus Sussex Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Basenji     Westiepoo versus Portuguese Water Dog     Westiepoo versus Berger Picard     

    Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo. 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 Chinese Crested and the Westiepoo better suits you and your family.