Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Sturdy
Amiable
Polite
Charming
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

French West Highlanders are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cavaneses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

Unknown

1980s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Brindle

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

French West Highlanders have medium-length coats.

Cavaneses have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

French West Highlanders typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Cavanese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Inguinal Hernias
Pulmonic Stenosis
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Syringomyelia

Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

Physical Examination
Biopsy
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hormone Analysis
Cardiac Test
Clinical Exam
Heart Analysis
Chelation Treatment

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For French West Highlander, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cavanese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most French West Highlanders usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cavaneses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The French West Highlander is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Cavaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

French West Highlanders have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cavaneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

French West Highlanders are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cavaneses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

French West Highlanders are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cavaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

French West Highlanders are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cavaneses are highly friendly around strangers.