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

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

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

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

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

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

rough-coated black and tan terrier

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

White
Cream
Brindle

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 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 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.

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

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.

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Wire Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 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 French West Highlander, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 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 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.

The average cost of a Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Terrier 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.

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.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

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

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

Wire Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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