A Detailed Comparison of the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo.

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French Bulldog Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog or the Westiepoo

French Bulldog versus Westiepoo: Overview

Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are similar in size. The French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the French Bulldog 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.

French Bulldog versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog Westiepoo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Life Span 11 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 16 to 28 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $4610 $1480
Price Range $3100 – $5000 $1150 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune Thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Tracheal Hypoplasia
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    *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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

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

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

    The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are very easy to groom.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Westiepoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Bulldog and the Westiepoo.

    French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 to 12 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.

    Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Westiepoo

    The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog is more expensive than the Westiepoo.

    French Bulldog Westiepoo
    Average Price $4610 $1480
    Price Range $3100 to $5000 $1150 to $1850

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

    A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs. 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 French Bulldog 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: French Bulldog versus Westiepoo

    French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    French Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Westiepoo

    French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    French Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?

    French Bulldogs 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.

    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.

    Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Westiepoo

    French Bulldogs 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.

    Do French Bulldogs shed more than Westiepoos?

    French Bulldogs shed moderately.

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

    Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?

    French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Westiepoos?

    French Bulldogs 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 French Bulldog or the Westiepoo?

    French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    French Bulldogs are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

    Is the French Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?

    French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Bulldog or the Westiepoo?

    French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

    French Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Westiepoo?

    French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (75 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Beaglier (74 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Beaglier.
  • Chihuahua (74 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Chihuahua.
  • Pug (83 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Pug.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    French Bulldog versus Canaan Dog     French Bulldog versus West Highland White Terrier     French Bulldog versus Bullmastiff     French Bulldog versus Barbet     French Bulldog versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     French Bulldog versus Saint Berdoodle     French Bulldog versus Maltese     French Bulldog versus Bedlington Terrier     French Bulldog versus Hovawart     French Bulldog versus Barbet     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Bracco Italiano     Westiepoo versus Swedish Vallhund     Westiepoo versus Papipoo     Westiepoo versus Mal Shi     Westiepoo versus Doberman Pinscher     Westiepoo versus Shiloh Shepherd     Westiepoo versus West Highland White Terrier     Westiepoo versus Skye Terrier     Westiepoo versus Coton de Tulear     Westiepoo versus Weimaraner     

    Conclusion: French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog and the Westiepoo better suits you and your family.