Differences and Similarities between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo.

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier or the Westiepoo.

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Westiepoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Kerry Blue Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs 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.

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

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo

Factor Kerry Blue Terrier Westiepoo
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Weight 33 to 40 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1980 $1480
Price Range $2000 – $2000 $1150 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kerry Blue 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 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo

    Below is a list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are most different:

  • Kerry Blue Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Westiepoos are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo

    The Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are most similar:

  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Westiepoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo.

    Kerry Blue Terriers weigh 33 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Kerry Blue Terriers are 17 to 19 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 Kerry Blue Terrier versus Westiepoo

    The lifespan of Kerry Blue Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terriers is 13.5 years.

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

    Price of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Price of Westiepoo

    The average price of the Kerry Blue Terrier puppy is $1980. The price of the Kerry Blue Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of a Kerry Blue Terrier can be as low as $1400 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 9 Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is more expensive than the Westiepoo.

    Kerry Blue Terrier Westiepoo
    Average Price $1980 $1480
    Price Range $2000 to $2000 $1150 to $1850

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier 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: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Westiepoo

    Kerry Blue Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers shed more than Westiepoos?

    Kerry Blue Terriers 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 Kerry Blue Terrier or the Westiepoo

    Kerry Blue Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Westiepoo?

    Kerry Blue Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kerry Blue Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?

    Kerry Blue Terriers 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 Kerry Blue Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kerry Blue Terrier vs. Westiepoo

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

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

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers 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 Kerry Blue Terrier or the Westiepoo?

    Kerry Blue Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kerry Blue Terriers good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

    Kerry Blue Terriers 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 Kerry Blue Terriers and Westiepoos?

    Kerry Blue Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?

    Kerry Blue Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Westiepoo?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kerry Blue Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kerry Blue 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 Kerry Blue Terrier:

  • Irish Water Spaniel (78 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Irish Water Spaniel.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • 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 Kerry Blue Terrier vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kerry Blue Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Maltipoo     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Schnoodle     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Canaan Dog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shichon     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Brittany     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Irish Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Bullmastiff     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Akbash     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Papillon     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Boerboel     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Border Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Pomsky     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Tibetan Spaniel     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Saint Bernard     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Spinone Italiano     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Akbash     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Papipoo     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Lakeland Terrier     Westiepoo versus Italian Greyhound     Westiepoo versus Pomsky     Westiepoo versus Irish Water Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Sheepadoodle     Westiepoo versus German Longhaired Pointer     Westiepoo versus Afghan Hound     Westiepoo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Westiepoo versus Belgian Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Finnish Lapphund     Westiepoo versus Chi-Poo     Westiepoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Westiepoo versus Norwegian Lundehund     Westiepoo versus Cavachon     Westiepoo versus Valley Bulldog     Westiepoo versus Pekingese     Westiepoo versus Affenpinscher     Westiepoo versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Plott     Westiepoo versus Korean Jindo Dog     Westiepoo versus Canaan Dog     Westiepoo versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Westiepoo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Westiepoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Westiepoo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     

    Conclusion: Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Westiepoo better suits you and your family.