Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Reserved

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Japanese Chin, English Toy Spaniel

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red

White
Cream
Brindle

English Toy Chin Spaniels are known for their coat length.

French West Highlanders have medium-length coats.

While the English Toy Chin Spaniel 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Inguinal Hernias
Pulmonic Stenosis
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Cataracts

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

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination
Endocardiogram
Cardiac Ultrasound

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. English Toy Chin Spaniel dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

French West Highlanders 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Chin Spaniel, it's at least 4 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.

In general most English Toy Chin Spaniels 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 French West Highlanders usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, English Toy Chin Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

French West Highlander 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

English Toy Chin Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

French West Highlanders are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.