Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Samoyed Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction
- Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview
- Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier
- Lifespan of Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier
- Temperament of the West Highland White Terrier Versus the Samoyed
- Price of Samoyed versus Price of West Highland White Terrier
- Adopting the Samoyed versus Adopting the West Highland White Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Samoyed versus the Intelligence of the West Highland White Terrier
- The Popularity of Samoyed versus Popularity of West Highland White Terrier
- Health Problems of Samoyed versus Health Problems of West Highland White Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier
- Do Samoyeds shed more than West Highland White Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier?
- Does the Samoyed Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?
- Do Samoyeds Bark and Howl? What about West Highland White Terriers?
- Can Samoyeds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Samoyed vs. West Highland White Terrier
- Can Samoyeds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier?
- Are Samoyeds good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Samoyeds and West Highland White Terriers?
- Is the Samoyed Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Samoyed
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the West Highland White Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Samoyed Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier? 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 Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier 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 Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier 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 Samoyed and for the West Highland White Terrier. 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 Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier.
Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Samoyed is a medium-sized dog while the West Highland White Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Samoyed belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the West Highland White 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.
Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Samoyed to the West Highland White Terrier 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 Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier
| Factor | Samoyed | West Highland White Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 60 pounds | 13 to 22 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $2460 | $2220 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $3000 | $1600 – $2700 |
| Temperament Score | 80.3 percent | 89.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 61 | 41 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 33 | 47 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Samoyed 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 West Highland White Terrier. 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 Samoyed is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the West Highland White Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the West Highland White Terrier is a better pet than the Samoyed. So, you should get the West Highland White Terrier!
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 Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier
The Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier.
Samoyeds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Samoyeds are 1 foot, 7 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, West Highland White Terriers weigh 13 to 22 pounds when fully grown. West Highland White Terriers are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier
The lifespan of Samoyeds is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Samoyeds is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of West Highland White Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of West Highland White Terriers is 14.0 years.
West Highland White Terriers live longer than Samoyeds.
Temperament of the West Highland White Terrier Versus the Samoyed
The West Highland White Terrier has a better temperament than the Samoyed.
This is because the temperament score for the West Highland White Terrier is 89.7 percent while the temperament score for the Samoyed is 80.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 80.3 percent, the Samoyed has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 89.7 percent, the West Highland White Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 294 Samoyeds and 68 West Highland White Terriers.
Price of Samoyed versus Price of West Highland White Terrier
The average price of the Samoyed puppy is $2460. The price of the Samoyed typically ranges from $1500 – $3000. However, the price of a Samoyed can be as low as $800 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Samoyed puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the West Highland White Terrier puppy is $2220. The price of the West Highland White Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2700. However, the price of the West Highland White Terrier can be as low as $600 and as high as $3999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 103 West Highland White Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Samoyed is more expensive than the West Highland White Terrier.
| Samoyed | West Highland White Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2460 | $2220 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $3000 | $1600 to $2700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Samoyed and West Highland White Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Samoyed puppies or how many West Highland White Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Samoyeds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of West Highland White Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Samoyed puppy or the West Highland White Terrier 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.
Adopting the Samoyed versus Adopting the West Highland White Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Samoyeds and many West Highland White Terriers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Samoyed named Chester that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Samoyeds like Chester on pefinder.com.
Also, like Samoyeds, West Highland White Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Puddles And Nacho is a Male West Highland White Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more West Highland White Terriers like Puddles And Nacho that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
We Have No Dogs Available At This Time. is the name of another Samoyed (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Weston is an adorable Male West Highland White Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Samoyeds and West Highland White Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Samoyed versus the Intelligence of the West Highland White Terrier
| Samoyed | West Highland White Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 33 out of 130 dog breeds | 47 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Samoyed has an obedience intelligence rank of 33 out of 130 dog breeds. The Samoyed belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Samoyeds tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The West Highland White Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 47 out of 130 dog breeds. The West Highland White Terrier belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that West Highland White Terriers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Samoyed is more intelligent than the West Highland White Terrier.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Samoyed versus Popularity of West Highland White Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the West Highland White Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Samoyed. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the West Highland White Terrier is 41 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Samoyed is 61 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Samoyed
Popularity of West Highland White Terrier
| Year | Samoyed Popularity Rank | West Highland White Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 67 | 36 |
| 2014 | 68 | 38 |
| 2015 | 61 | 41 |
| 2016 | 65 | 41 |
| 2017 | 57 | 42 |
| 2018 | 59 | 42 |
| 2019 | 58 | 44 |
| 2020 | 56 | 44 |
Health Problems of Samoyed versus Health Problems of West Highland White Terrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Samoyed is prone to more genetic health problems than the West Highland White Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Samoyed than for the West Highland White Terrier.
5 health tests are recommended for Samoyed while 3 tests are recommended for the West Highland White Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Samoyeds and in West Highland White Terriers.
Samoyed Health Problems
Samoyeds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Samoyed puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Samoyed puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Samoyed breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Samoyeds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Samoyeds here.
West Highland White Terrier Health Problems
West Highland White Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing West Highland White Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a West Highland White Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your West Highland White Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen West Highland White Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for West Highland White Terriers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Samoyeds and West Highland White Terriers
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Samoyed Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.
This is because the Samoyed ranks 46 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 486 Samoyeds, 1 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Samoyeds, and how common these diseases are in Samoyeds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the West Highland White Terrier Breed is Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems.
This is because the West Highland White Terrier ranks 1 out of 2 dog breeds for Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 102 West Highland White Terriers, 2 of them had Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in West Highland White Terriers, and how common these diseases are in West Highland White Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Samoyed and in West Highland White Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier:
| Disease | Samoyed Rank | West Highland White Terrier Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 46 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 50 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 98 out of 145 dog breeds | 52 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 100 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Thyroid problems | 103 out of 115 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 110 out of 198 dog breeds | 105 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 123 out of 182 dog breeds | 24 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems | Not Common | 1 out of 2 dog breeds |
| Legg-Calve-Perthes problems | Not Common | 12 out of 40 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier
Samoyeds do not like to be left alone.
West Highland White Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Samoyeds shed more than West Highland White Terriers?
Samoyeds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
West Highland White Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier
Samoyeds do have a very low tendency to drool.
West Highland White Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier?
Samoyeds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
West Highland White Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Samoyed Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?
Samoyeds 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.
West Highland White Terriers 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 Samoyeds Bark and Howl? What about West Highland White Terriers?
Samoyeds bark and howl, but not very much.
West Highland White Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Samoyeds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Samoyeds can very well tolerate cold weather.
West Highland White Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Samoyed vs. West Highland White Terrier
Samoyeds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
West Highland White Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Samoyeds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Samoyeds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
West Highland White Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier?
Samoyeds get along very well with other dogs.
West Highland White Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Samoyeds good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?
Samoyeds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
West Highland White Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Samoyeds and West Highland White Terriers?
Samoyeds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
West Highland White Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Samoyed Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?
Samoyeds are fairly easy to train.
West Highland White Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Samoyed Better for Apartment Owners than the West Highland White Terrier?
Samoyeds do not adapt well to apartment living.
West Highland White Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Samoyed or the West Highland White Terrier?
Samoyeds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
West Highland White Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Samoyed
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Samoyed 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 Samoyed:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the West Highland White Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the West Highland White 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 West Highland White Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Samoyed and how the West Highland White Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Samoyed and of the West Highland White Terrier to other breeds:
Samoyed Versus Other Dog Breeds
Samoyed versus Australian Cattle Dog Samoyed versus Cesky Terrier Samoyed versus Schipperke Samoyed versus American Pit Bull Terrier Samoyed versus Skye Terrier Samoyed versus Standard Poodle Samoyed versus Sheepadoodle Samoyed versus Bich Poo Samoyed versus Braque du Bourbonnais Samoyed versus Japanese Chin Samoyed versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Samoyed versus Affenpinscher Samoyed versus Bearded Collie Samoyed versus Hovawart Samoyed versus Standard Poodle Samoyed versus Stabyhoun Samoyed versus Scottish Terrier Samoyed versus Curly-Coated Retriever Samoyed versus Golden Cocker Retriever Samoyed versus Maltipoo Samoyed versus Mudi Samoyed versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Samoyed versus Biewer Terrier Samoyed versus Whoodle Samoyed versus Kai Ken
West Highland White Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
West Highland White Terrier versus Valley Bulldog West Highland White Terrier versus Gordon Setter West Highland White Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog West Highland White Terrier versus Lancashire Heeler West Highland White Terrier versus Border Collie West Highland White Terrier versus Airedale Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Spinone Italiano West Highland White Terrier versus Siberian Husky West Highland White Terrier versus Cairn Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Shichon West Highland White Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Japanese Chin West Highland White Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Akbash West Highland White Terrier versus Kuvasz West Highland White Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Aussiedoodle West Highland White Terrier versus Mal Shi West Highland White Terrier versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever West Highland White Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog West Highland White Terrier versus Irish Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever West Highland White Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff West Highland White Terrier versus Morkie West Highland White Terrier versus Papillon
Conclusion: Samoyed versus West Highland White Terrier. 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 Samoyed and the West Highland White Terrier better suits you and your family.