Cavapoo vs Golden Retriever vs West Highland White Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Golden Retriever

4/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Cavapoo

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

Golden Retriever

3/5 · Moderate needs

Longest Lifespan

West Highland White Terrier

12-16 years

Easiest to Train

Golden Retriever

5/5 · Easy

Most Active

Golden Retriever

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

2/6

33%

Cavapoo

4/6

67%

Golden Retriever

👑 Winner

2/6

33%

West Highland White Terrier

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

Basic Info

Origin
Australi
Scotland
Scotland
Popularity
#555
#3
#42
Common Names & Aliases
Cavoodle
Golden Flat CoatYellow Retriever
Roseneath TerrierWestieWestyWhite Roseneath TerrierPoltalloch Terrier
Breed Classification
Cross Breed
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
SmallMedium
Large
Small
Weight Statistics
5.4-11 kg
Male: 27-36 kg, Female: 25-32 kg
Male: 7-10 kg, Female: 6-7 kg
Average Weight
8.2 kg
Male: 31.8 kg, Female: 28.3 kg
Male: 8.4 kg, Female: 6.6 kg
Height
28-45 cm
Male: 56-61 cm, Female: 51-56 cm
Male: 25-30 cm, Female: 23-28 cm
Average Height
36.5 cm
Male: 58.5 cm, Female: 53.5 cm
Male: 27.5 cm, Female: 25.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
5/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
3/5
5/5
Price Range
$1200-$1800
$1000-$2000
$900-$1200
Availability
2/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
GentleLovingIntelligent
ConfidentIntelligentReliableFriendlyKindTrustworthy
AffectionateCourageousFriendlyIndependentAlertIntelligent
Sensitivity Level
4/5
3/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
2/5
3/5
Prey Drive
3/5
3/5
4/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
4/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
2/5
5/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
2/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Moderate
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
5/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
9-15 years
10-12 years
12-16 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
5/5
4/5
5/5
Health Problems
Hip DysplasiaPatellar Luxation
AllergiesBloatCataractsElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyHemangiosarcomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismOsteochondrosis DissecansOsteosarcomaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Subvalvular Aortic StenosisVon Willebrand's Disease
Atopic DermatitisCataractsCraniomandibular OsteopathyGloboid Cell LeukodystrophyHyperplastic DermatosisInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationPulmonary FibrosisWhite Dog Shaker Syndrome
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Rare
Rare
Energy Rating
4/5
5/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
1/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
5/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
5/5
4/5
Food Consumption
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
3 to 4 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
Yes
No
Yes
Coat Colors
BlackWhiteChestnutTricolorApricotCreamSableRed sablePhantom
GoldenLight
White
Grooming Requirements
4/5
3/5
4/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
4/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Low
Coat Characteristics
CurlyWavyStraight
ShinySilkyWavyStraight
Dense
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
2-3 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
4/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
3/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
Yes
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Average
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Good
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Yes
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Yes
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
2-8 puppies
5-10 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
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Breed RegistryDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.International Designer Canine Registry
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.
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