American Cocker Spaniel vs Bichon Frise vs West Highland White Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

West Highland White Terrier

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

West Highland White Terrier

4/5 Β· High maintenance

Longest Lifespan

West Highland White Terrier

12-16 years

Easiest to Train

American Cocker Spaniel

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

American Cocker Spaniel

3/6

50%

Bichon Frise

5/6

83%

West Highland White Terrier

πŸ‘‘ Winner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
United S
Spain
Belgium
Scotland
Popularity
#29
#46
#42
Common Names & Aliases
CockerMerry CockerCocker Spaniel
Bichon A Poil FriseBichon TenerifePurebred BichonTenerife DogBichon Frise
Roseneath TerrierWestieWestyWhite Roseneath TerrierPoltalloch Terrier
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
7-14 kg
3-6 kg
Male: 7-10 kg, Female: 6-7 kg
Average Weight
10.2 kg
4.5 kg
Male: 8.4 kg, Female: 6.6 kg
Height
38-41 cm
Male: 23-30 cm
Male: 25-30 cm, Female: 23-28 cm
Average Height
39.5 cm
Male: 26.5 cm
Male: 27.5 cm, Female: 25.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
3/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
3/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
2/5
5/5
Price Range
$600-$800
$700-$1000
$900-$1200
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
OutrightTemperedMerryIntelligentTrustingJoyfulOutgoingSociable
AffectionatePlayfulSensitiveCheerfulGentleIntelligent
AffectionateCourageousFriendlyIndependentAlertIntelligent
Sensitivity Level
3/5
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
4/5
3/5
3/5
Prey Drive
5/5
1/5
4/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
4/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
4/5
3/5
5/5
Playful Nature
4/5
4/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
11-15 years
12-16 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
4/5
3/5
5/5
Health Problems
AllergiesAutoimmune Hemolytic AnemiaCataractsGlaucomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismIdiopathic EpilepsyPatellar LuxationPrimary SeborrheaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesBladder StonesHip DysplasiaJuvenile CataractsPatellar LuxationVaccination Sensitivity
Atopic DermatitisCataractsCraniomandibular OsteopathyGloboid Cell LeukodystrophyHyperplastic DermatosisInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationPulmonary FibrosisWhite Dog Shaker Syndrome
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Rare
Energy Rating
4/5
2/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
4/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
2/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
Yes
Coat Colors
BrownRedTanBuffSilverBlack
WhiteApricotBuffCream
White
Grooming Requirements
5/5
5/5
4/5
Shedding Level
3/5
2/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Low
Low
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
Curly
Dense
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
5/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
5/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Office Friendly
Yes
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Excellent
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-7 puppies
2-5 puppies
2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.The Bichon Frise Club Of America
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Club Espanol De Terriers
Winner / Best value