Which is Better between the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier? A Very Detailed Review.

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Vizsla Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla or the West Highland White Terrier.

Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier

Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Vizsla is a medium-sized dog while the West Highland White Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Vizsla belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Vizsla 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 Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier

Factor Vizsla West Highland White Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Height 21 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Weight 45 to 65 pounds 13 to 22 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
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
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1590 $2220
Price Range $1200 – $1800 $1600 – $2700
Temperament Score 85.2 percent 89.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
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  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Sebaceous Adenitis
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams until at least age 8yrs (96mo)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 32 41
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 25 47

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Vizsla 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 Vizsla is 79 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 Vizsla. 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 Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are most different:

  • Vizslas do not adapt well to apartment living. However, West Highland White Terriers adapt well to apartment living.
  • Vizslas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, West Highland White Terriers can tolerate cold weather.
  • The Similarities Between the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier

    The Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier.

    Vizslas weigh 45 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Vizslas are 21 to 24 inches 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 Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier

    The lifespan of Vizslas is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Vizslas is 12.0 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 Vizslas.

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    Temperament of the Vizsla Versus the West Highland White Terrier

    The West Highland White Terrier has a better temperament than the Vizsla.

    This is because the temperament score for the West Highland White Terrier is 89.7 percent while the temperament score for the Vizsla is 85.2 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 85.2 percent, the Vizsla has an above-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 Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 54 Vizslas and 68 West Highland White Terriers.

    Price of Vizsla versus Price of West Highland White Terrier

    The average price of the Vizsla puppy is $1590. The price of the Vizsla typically ranges from $1200 – $1800. However, the price of a Vizsla can be as low as $350 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Vizsla 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 West Highland White Terrier is more expensive than the Vizsla.

    Vizsla West Highland White Terrier
    Average Price $1590 $2220
    Price Range $1200 to $1800 $1600 to $2700

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of West Highland White Terriers

    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 Vizsla 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.

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    The Intelligence of the Vizsla versus the Intelligence of the West Highland White Terrier

    Vizsla West Highland White Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 25 out of 130 dog breeds 47 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 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:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • 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 Vizsla has an obedience intelligence rank of 25 out of 130 dog breeds. The Vizsla belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Vizslas tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Vizsla is more popular with dog owners than the West Highland White Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Vizsla is 32 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the West Highland White Terrier is 41 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Vizsla

    Popularity of Vizsla

    Popularity of West Highland White Terrier

    Popularity of West Highland White Terrier

    Year Vizsla Popularity Rank West Highland White Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 34 36
    2014 34 38
    2015 32 41
    2016 31 41
    2017 30 42
    2018 31 42
    2019 34 44
    2020 35 44

    Health Problems of Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla than for the West Highland White Terrier.

    7 health tests are recommended for Vizsla while 3 tests are recommended for the West Highland White Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Vizslas and in West Highland White Terriers.

    Vizsla Health Problems

    Vizslas are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Vizsla 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 Vizsla puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Vizsla 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 Vizslas for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
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  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Sebaceous Adenitis
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Vizslas 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:

  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams until at least age 8yrs (96mo)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for West Highland White Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Vizslas 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 Vizsla Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.

    This is because the Vizsla ranks 45 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 273 Vizslas, 1 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Vizslas, and how common these diseases are in Vizslas relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 45 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 51 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 70 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 105 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 143 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 163 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • 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:

  • Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems: Rank 1 out of 2 Dog Breeds
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 12 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 24 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 52 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 105 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Vizsla and in West Highland White Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier:

    Disease Vizsla Rank West Highland White Terrier Rank
    Advanced Cardiac problems 45 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 51 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 70 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 105 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 143 out of 198 dog breeds 105 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 163 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
    Patella problems Not Common 52 out of 145 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: Vizsla versus West Highland White Terrier

    Vizslas do not like to be left alone.

    West Highland White Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Vizslas shed more than West Highland White Terriers?

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

    West Highland White Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Vizsla or the West Highland White Terrier

    Vizslas 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 Vizsla or the West Highland White Terrier?

    Vizslas are very easy to groom.

    West Highland White Terriers are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Vizsla Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?

    Vizslas 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.

    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 Vizslas Bark and Howl? What about West Highland White Terriers?

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

    West Highland White Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Vizslas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Vizslas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    West Highland White Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Vizsla vs. West Highland White Terrier

    Vizslas 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 Vizslas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Vizslas can tolerate hot weather.

    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 Vizsla or the West Highland White Terrier?

    Vizslas get along very well with other dogs.

    West Highland White Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Vizslas good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?

    Vizslas 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 Vizslas and West Highland White Terriers?

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

    West Highland White Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Vizsla Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?

    Vizslas are very easy to train.

    West Highland White Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Vizsla Better for Apartment Owners than the West Highland White Terrier?

    Vizslas 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 Vizsla or the West Highland White Terrier?

    Vizslas are OK for new dog owners.

    West Highland White Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Vizsla

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (75 percent match with Vizsla). Here is our comparison of the West Highland White Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (76 percent match with Vizsla). Here is our comparison of the West Highland White Terrier vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Pointer (74 percent match with Vizsla). Here is our comparison of the West Highland White Terrier vs Pointer.
  • 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:

  • Bearded Collie (82 percent match with West Highland White Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Vizsla vs Bearded Collie.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (84 percent match with West Highland White Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Vizsla vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Vizsla and how the West Highland White Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Vizsla and of the West Highland White Terrier to other breeds:

    Vizsla Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Vizsla versus Mudi     Vizsla versus English Toy Spaniel     Vizsla versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Vizsla versus Xoloitzcuintli     Vizsla versus Norwegian Buhund     Vizsla versus Frenchton     Vizsla versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Vizsla versus Schnoodle     Vizsla versus Labrador Retriever     Vizsla versus Valley Bulldog     Vizsla versus Black Russian Terrier     Vizsla versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Vizsla versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Vizsla versus Akbash     Vizsla versus Shiba Inu     Vizsla versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Vizsla versus Peek A Poo     Vizsla versus French Spaniel     Vizsla versus Miniature Pinscher     Vizsla versus Bulldog     Vizsla versus Shiba Inu     Vizsla versus Beaglier     Vizsla versus Norwich Terrier     Vizsla versus Peek A Poo     Vizsla versus Dogo Argentino     

    West Highland White Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    West Highland White Terrier versus Plott     West Highland White Terrier versus Havanese     West Highland White Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff     West Highland White Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     West Highland White Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     West Highland White Terrier versus Dogo Argentino     West Highland White Terrier versus Mountain Cur     West Highland White Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     West Highland White Terrier versus Chinook     West Highland White Terrier versus Tibetan Spaniel     West Highland White Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     West Highland White Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli     West Highland White Terrier versus Finnish Spitz     West Highland White Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren     West Highland White Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever     West Highland White Terrier versus Labrador Retriever     West Highland White Terrier versus Labrador Retriever     West Highland White Terrier versus Silky Terrier     West Highland White Terrier versus French Spaniel     West Highland White Terrier versus Lowchen     West Highland White Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff     West Highland White Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier     West Highland White Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund     West Highland White Terrier versus Beagle     West Highland White Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund     

    Conclusion: Vizsla 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 Vizsla and the West Highland White Terrier better suits you and your family.