What is the difference between Scottish Terriers and West Highland Terriers?

Answer 1

Westies and miniature schnauzers are both terrriers and have some similarities. Both have a double coat and are about the same size. Both are usually under 20 pounds. Both are good family dogs, but need careful training to avoid "small dog syndrome" where the dog is allowed to be leader of the family "pack". Both are good watch dogs. Westies are white and schnauzers are often grey. Schnauzers may be slightly taller. The proportion of head to body is different. Schnauzers also come in larger sizes, ie the Giant Schnauzer.

Answer 2

Well, Westies are stubborn and don't like many people. They don't listen and like to chew things up. They only come in one color, Schnauzers are just the opposite. They love the whole family and are obedient in many cases. They like to chew on toys, not shoes, and also like to be outside. They are not prone top many health problems like the Westie.

Please look under the discussion for an opposing opinion. Westies do come in one color - they are West Highland WHITE terriers. Although they are stubborn, they are also intelligent and easy to train. Westies love to play, chew only on their toys once trained, and love the outdoors. They are prone to skin Allergies, but can be treated with proper diet.

What is written at the top is totally wrong.

I have two West Highland white terriers they listen very well and have never chewed on anything. Both have very different personalities.

One is real laid back the other more active and loves every one. His tail is always up and wagging. The oldest came when he was 8 weeks old and the second one came to us at 19 months. The personalities are very different. They are realseasy to train and very intelligent.I would have no other dogs and we have many friends who have westies.

Westies are cute, funny, loyal and loving. If you do not like a white dog than get a Cairn they are related. None of mine has destroyed toys or anything else in the house.

It all depends how you train them and mine never did mess in the house.

Our daughter had a schnauzer and he was the most stupid dog I ever met. He pooped under the bed every time , did not listen but I have to admit he was cute.

Answer 3

There is a huge difference, from size to colour and much more.

• Scottie had a black or brindle coat and the Westie has a white coat only.
• Scotties are a fairly long body but Westies are compact.
• Westies are more outgoing whereas Scotties are more reserved.

These are only a few differences but look it up for more details.

Answer 4

A "Westie" is all white, while a "Scottie" is all black (typically).