Unfortunately, the French West Highlander is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Yorkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful
Courageous
Independent
Loyal

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

Yorkshire Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

Waterside, Manchester, Paisley, Skye, Dandie Dinmont Terriers

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1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Brindle

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

French West Highlanders have medium-length coats.

Yorkshire Terriers are known for their coat 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 Yorkshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

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

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Patellar Luxation

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

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy

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

Yorkshire Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Yorkshire Terriers 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.

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

Yorkshire Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Ideally, Yorkshire Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

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

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

Yorkshire Terriers are not suitable for children.

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

Yorkshire Terriers 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.

Yorkshire Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

French West Highlanders are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Yorkshire Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.