Sarplaninac vs West Highland White Terrier

Compare Sarplaninac and West Highland White Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Sarplaninac

West Highland White Terrier

Breed type

Purebred

Height

57 – 62 cm

27 – 28 cm

Weight

30 – 45 kg

7 – 9 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 13 years

12 – 16 years

Child friendly

3/5

5/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

2/5

Grooming needs

3/5

5/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Sarplaninac

Large

West Highland White Terrier

Great with kids

Small

Summary

About Sarplaninac

The Sarplaninac is a large, rustic Balkan livestock guardian, calm and serious yet deeply loyal to its family. It has a thick weatherproof double coat and strong territorial instincts, needs space, firm but fair handling, steady exercise, and careful socialization with strangers and other dogs.

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About West Highland White Terrier

The West Highland White Terrier is a small, sturdy Scottish terrier with a harsh white coat that sheds lightly. Confident, vocal and independent yet affectionate, it suits city or country homes. Needs daily walks, mental stimulation, regular grooming and consistent, reward‑based training.

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