Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Papillon Versus Westiepoo: Introduction
- Papillon versus Westiepoo: Overview
- Papillon versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Westiepoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Westiepoo
- Lifespan of Papillon versus Westiepoo
- Price of Papillon versus Price of Westiepoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Westiepoo
- Do Papillons shed more than Westiepoos?
- Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Westiepoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Westiepoo?
- Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?
- Do Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?
- Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Westiepoo
- Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Westiepoo?
- Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Westiepoos?
- Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Papillon versus Westiepoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Papillon Versus Westiepoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papillon 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 Papillon 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 Papillon and the Westiepoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papillon 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 Papillon 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 Papillon 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 Papillon or the Westiepoo.
Papillon versus Westiepoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Papillon and the Westiepoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papillon is a tiny-sized dog while the Westiepoo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Papillon 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.
Papillon versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Papillon 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 Papillon and the Westiepoo
| Factor | Papillon | Westiepoo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds | 20 to 35 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 11 to 17 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1800 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $1400 – $2000 | $1150 – $1850 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papillon 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 Papillon is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papillon is a better pet than the Westiepoo. So, you should get the Papillon!
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 Papillon and the Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Westiepoo
The Papillon and the Westiepoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papillon and the Westiepoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Westiepoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papillon and the Westiepoo.
Papillons weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Papillons are 8 to 11 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 Papillon versus Westiepoo
The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.
Papillons live longer than Westiepoos.
Price of Papillon versus Price of Westiepoo
The average price of the Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of the Papillon typically ranges from $1400 – $2000. However, the price of a Papillon can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 108 Papillon 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 Papillon is more expensive than the Westiepoo.
| Papillon | Westiepoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1800 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $1400 to $2000 | $1150 to $1850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Papillon and Westiepoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Papillon puppies or how many Westiepoo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Papillons. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Westiepoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papillon 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: Papillon versus Westiepoo
Papillons do not like to be left alone.
Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Papillons shed more than Westiepoos?
Papillons 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 Papillon or the Westiepoo
Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Westiepoo?
Papillons are moderately easy to groom.
Westiepoos are very easy to groom.
Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?
Papillons 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.
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 Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?
Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Westiepoo
Papillons 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 Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Papillons can tolerate hot weather.
Westiepoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Westiepoo?
Papillons get along very well with other dogs.
Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?
Papillons 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 Papillons and Westiepoos?
Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Westiepoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?
Papillons are very easy to train.
Westiepoos are very easy to train.
Is the Papillon Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?
Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.
Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papillon or the Westiepoo?
Papillons are very good for new dog owners.
Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papillon 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 Papillon:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Papillon and how the Westiepoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papillon and of the Westiepoo to other breeds:
Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papillon versus Whippet Papillon versus American Pit Bull Terrier Papillon versus Havanese Papillon versus Cairn Terrier Papillon versus Irish Setter Papillon versus Morkie Papillon versus Saint Berdoodle Papillon versus Dachshund Papillon versus Doberman Pinscher Papillon versus Cane Corso Papillon versus Carolina Dog Papillon versus Scottish Terrier Papillon versus Akita Papillon versus Golden Retriever Papillon versus German Shorthaired Pointer Papillon versus Finnish Lapphund Papillon versus Standard Poodle Papillon versus Beagle Papillon versus Peek A Poo Papillon versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Papillon versus Boxerdoodle Papillon versus Braque du Bourbonnais Papillon versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Papillon versus Beaglier Papillon versus Belgian Sheepdog
Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Westiepoo versus Skye Terrier Westiepoo versus Xoloitzcuintli Westiepoo versus German Longhaired Pointer Westiepoo versus Miniature Poodle Westiepoo versus Bedlington Terrier Westiepoo versus Rottweiler Westiepoo versus Chorkie Westiepoo versus Gordon Setter Westiepoo versus Valley Bulldog Westiepoo versus Azawakh Westiepoo versus Frenchton Westiepoo versus Australian Cattle Dog Westiepoo versus Manchester Terrier Westiepoo versus French Spaniel Westiepoo versus Redbone Coonhound Westiepoo versus Barbet Westiepoo versus Miniature Poodle Westiepoo versus Whoodle Westiepoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo Westiepoo versus Cocker Spaniel Westiepoo versus Irish Setter Westiepoo versus Goldendoodle Westiepoo versus Sloughi Westiepoo versus Carolina Dog Westiepoo versus Frenchton
Conclusion: Papillon 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 Papillon and the Westiepoo better suits you and your family.