8 Breeds Similar to West Highland White Terrier

If you love the West Highland White Terrier, these breeds share the most traits in common โ€” from size and energy level to grooming and trainability.

West Highland White Terrier

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Miniature Schnauzer
1100% match

Miniature Schnauzer

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A spirited, obedient little dog with a distinctive beard and bushy eyebrows. Miniature Schnauzers are alert, spunky companions that adapt well to both city and country life.

Cairn Terrier
2100% match

Cairn Terrier

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A scrappy, cheerful little terrier made famous as Toto in The Wizard of Oz. Cairn Terriers are curious, hardy explorers with a big personality packed into a compact frame.

Scottish Terrier
3100% match

Scottish Terrier

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A dignified, independent terrier with a distinctive beard and eyebrows. Scotties are bold and spirited despite their small size, known for unwavering loyalty and a confident strut.

Norwich Terrier
4100% match

Norwich Terrier

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One of the smallest working terriers, with upright ears and a fearless spirit. Norwich Terriers are affectionate, sociable, and adaptable โ€” equally happy on a country walk or a city apartment.

Border Terrier
590% match

Border Terrier

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A plucky, good-natured terrier bred to keep up with foxhounds on the English-Scottish border. Border Terriers are affectionate, easy-going family dogs with a wiry, low-maintenance coat.

Australian Terrier
690% match

Australian Terrier

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A sturdy, low-set working terrier developed in Australia for pest control and companionship. Aussie Terriers are spirited, affectionate, and surprisingly courageous for their small size.

Yorkshire Terrier
785% match

Yorkshire Terrier

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A tiny terrier with a huge personality, the Yorkshire Terrier is a spirited, glamorous companion. Despite their small size, Yorkies are bold, confident, and make excellent watchdogs.

Shih Tzu
885% match

Shih Tzu

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An ancient royal companion bred for Chinese emperors, the Shih Tzu is a charming, outgoing lap dog. They are affectionate with everyone they meet and thrive on human companionship.