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

Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Brindle

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

French West Highlanders have medium-length coats.

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

A French West Highlander can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Whippet can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

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 Whippet 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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Corneal Dystrophy

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

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

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

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

French West Highlander has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Whippet has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

French West Highlanders have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Whippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Whippet, it's at least 10 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 Whippets usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The French West Highlander requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Whippet is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

French West Highlander should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Whippet should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) French West Highlander feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-40 pound (11 - 18 kg) Whippet feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a French West Highlander is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a French West Highlander is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Whippet is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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.

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

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

Whippets are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Whippets are not cat friendly.

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

Whippets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

French West Highlanders are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Whippets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.