Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet

Happy
Intelligent
Playful
Independent
Loyal
Vocal

West of Argyll Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Finnish Spitzs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

West of Argyll Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Finnish Spitzs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

West Highland White Terrier, Beagle

northern spitz

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

1990s

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Pied
Brindle

Red

Wiry

Straight

A West of Argyll Terrier can have a litter of 2-5 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 Finnish Spitz can have a litter of 12-15 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.

West of Argyll Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Finnish Spitzs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

West of Argyll Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Finnish Spitzs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

West of Argyll Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Finnish Spitz has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

West of Argyll Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Finnish Spitzs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

West of Argyll Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Finnish Spitzs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

West of Argyll Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Finnish Spitzs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For West of Argyll 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 Finnish Spitz, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most West of Argyll Terriers usually need at least 40 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 Finnish Spitzs usually need at least 90 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 West of Argyll Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Finnish Spitz requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Finnish Spitz 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 19-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) West of Argyll Terrier 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.

For an average 25-33 pound (11 - 15 kg) Finnish Spitz feed 2.5 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 West of Argyll Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Finnish Spitz is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a West of Argyll Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Finnish Spitz 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.

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

Finnish Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Finnish Spitz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

West of Argyll Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Finnish Spitzs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Finnish Spitzs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

West of Argyll Terriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Finnish Spitzs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

West of Argyll Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Finnish Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Finnish Spitzs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.