Differences and Similarities between the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo.

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Dutch Shepherd Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd or the Westiepoo

Dutch Shepherd versus Westiepoo: Overview

A very important difference between the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dutch Shepherd is a medium-sized dog while the Westiepoo is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dutch Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

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

Dutch Shepherd versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dutch Shepherd 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.

Factor Dutch Shepherd Westiepoo
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 25 inches 11 to 17 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 70 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1590 $1480
Price Range $900 – $2000 $1150 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dutch Shepherd 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 a Dutch Shepherd is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

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

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo

Below is a list of where the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are most different:

  • Dutch Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dutch Shepherd versus Westiepoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo.

    Dutch Shepherds weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Dutch Shepherds are 21 to 25 inches 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.

    Price of Dutch Shepherd versus Price of Westiepoo

    The average price of the Dutch Shepherd puppy is $1590. The price of the Dutch Shepherd typically ranges from $900 – $2000. However, the price of a Dutch Shepherd can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 116 Dutch Shepherd 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 a 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 Dutch Shepherd is more expensive than the Westiepoo.

    Dutch Shepherd Westiepoo
    Average Price $1590 $1480
    Price Range $900 to $2000 $1150 to $1850

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Dutch Shepherds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Dutch Shepherds. 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 Dutch Shepherd 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that 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: Dutch Shepherd versus Westiepoo

    Dutch Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Dutch Shepherd or the Westiepoo

    Dutch Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Dutch Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?

    Dutch Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dutch Shepherd vs. Westiepoo

    Dutch Shepherds 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.

    Is the Dutch Shepherd Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?

    Dutch Shepherds adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dutch Shepherd or the Westiepoo?

    Dutch Shepherds are OK for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dutch Shepherd or the Westiepoo?

    Dutch Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Dutch Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?

    Dutch Shepherds 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.

    Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dutch Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dutch Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Are Dutch Shepherds good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

    Dutch Shepherds 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 Dutch Shepherds and Westiepoos?

    Dutch Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dutch Shepherd or the Westiepoo?

    Dutch Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Dutch Shepherds shed more than Westiepoos?

    Dutch Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Is the Dutch Shepherd Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    Dutch Shepherds are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dutch Shepherd

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

  • French Spaniel (80 percent match with Dutch Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs French Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (79 percent match with Dutch Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Japanese Spitz.

    • 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 Dutch Shepherd vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Dutch Shepherd vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Dutch Shepherd vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Dutch Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dutch Shepherd versus Beaglier     Dutch Shepherd versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Dutch Shepherd versus Lowchen     Dutch Shepherd versus Akbash     Dutch Shepherd versus Maltipoo     Dutch Shepherd versus Saint Bernard     Dutch Shepherd versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Dutch Shepherd versus American Foxhound     Dutch Shepherd versus Fila Brasileiro     Dutch Shepherd versus Biewer Terrier     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Westiepoo versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus English Setter     Westiepoo versus Redbone Coonhound     Westiepoo versus Biewer Terrier     Westiepoo versus Akita     Westiepoo versus Affenpinscher     Westiepoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Westiepoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     

    Conclusion: Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd and the Westiepoo better suits you and your family.