Which is Better between the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo? A Very Detailed Review.

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Skye Terrier Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

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

Skye Terrier versus Westiepoo: Overview

Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are similar in size. The Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Skye 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.

Skye Terrier versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Skye 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 Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo

Factor Skye Terrier Westiepoo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 40 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
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
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2000 $1480
Price Range $2000 – $2000 $1150 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Skye 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 Skye Terrier is 82 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 Skye 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 Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Similarities Between the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Skye Terrier and the Westiepoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Skye Terrier versus Westiepoo

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

    Skye Terriers weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Skye Terriers are 9 to 10 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 Skye Terrier versus Westiepoo

    The lifespan of Skye Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Skye Terriers is 13.0 years.

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

    Westiepoos live longer than Skye Terriers.

    Price of Skye Terrier versus Price of Westiepoo

    The average price of the Skye Terrier puppy is $2000. The price of the Skye Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of a Skye Terrier can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Skye 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 Skye Terrier is more expensive than the Westiepoo.

    Skye Terrier Westiepoo
    Average Price $2000 $1480
    Price Range $2000 to $2000 $1150 to $1850

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Skye 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 Skye 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: Skye Terrier versus Westiepoo

    Skye Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Skye Terriers shed more than Westiepoos?

    Skye Terriers shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Skye Terrier or the Westiepoo

    Skye Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Skye Terrier or the Westiepoo?

    Skye Terriers are moderately easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Skye Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?

    Skye 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.

    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 Skye Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?

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

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Skye Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Skye Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Skye Terrier vs. Westiepoo

    Skye Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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 Skye Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Skye Terriers 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 Skye Terrier or the Westiepoo?

    Skye Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Skye Terriers good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?

    Skye 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 Skye Terriers and Westiepoos?

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

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

    Is the Skye Terrier Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?

    Skye Terriers are not easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Skye Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?

    Skye Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Skye Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Westiepoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Skye Terrier

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (78 percent match with Skye Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Westiepoo vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • 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 Skye Terrier vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Skye Terrier vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Skye Terrier vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Skye Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Skye Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Skye Terrier versus Sloughi     Skye Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Skye Terrier versus Belgian Malinois     Skye Terrier versus Boxer     Skye Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Skye Terrier versus Chihuahua     Skye Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Skye Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Skye Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher     Skye Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Skye Terrier versus Sloughi     Skye Terrier versus American Water Spaniel     Skye Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel     Skye Terrier versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Skye Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff     Skye Terrier versus German Pinscher     Skye Terrier versus Coton de Tulear     Skye Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Skye Terrier versus Whippet     Skye Terrier versus Maltese     Skye Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Skye Terrier versus Pug     Skye Terrier versus Puli     

    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Kishu Ken     Westiepoo versus Cairn Terrier     Westiepoo versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Westiepoo versus Mudi     Westiepoo versus German Longhaired Pointer     Westiepoo versus Finnish Spitz     Westiepoo versus Collie     Westiepoo versus Dachshund     Westiepoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Saint Bernard     Westiepoo versus Saint Berdoodle     Westiepoo versus French Bulldog     Westiepoo versus Sealyham Terrier     Westiepoo versus Schnoodle     Westiepoo versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Westiepoo versus Boxer     Westiepoo versus Mudi     Westiepoo versus Vizsla     Westiepoo versus Saint Bernard     Westiepoo versus Irish Terrier     Westiepoo versus Fila Brasileiro     Westiepoo versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Saluki     Westiepoo versus Pomeranian     Westiepoo versus Chi-Poo     

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