Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Faithful
Trustworthy
Instinctual

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious

Miniature Goldendoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Westie Staffs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Choose a Miniature Goldendoodle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Westie Staffs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Golden Retriever, Toy or Miniature Poodle

West Highland White Terrier and American Staffordshire Terrier

1990s

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Fawn
Brown
Isabella
Gray
Red
Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Wavy

Straight

Miniature Goldendoodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Westie Staffs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Bone And Joint Problems
Allergies

Inguinal Hernias
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-Rays
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Miniature Goldendoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Westie Staffs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Miniature Goldendoodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Westie Staff has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Miniature Goldendoodles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Miniature Goldendoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Westie Staffs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Miniature Goldendoodles 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.

Westie Staffs 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 Miniature Goldendoodle, 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 Westie Staff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Miniature Goldendoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Westie Staff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Miniature Goldendoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Westie Staff is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Goldendoodle is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 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 Westie Staff is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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.

Miniature Goldendoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Westie Staffs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Westie Staffs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Miniature Goldendoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Westie Staffs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Miniature Goldendoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Westie Staffs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Miniature Goldendoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Westie Staffs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Miniature Goldendoodles are highly friendly around strangers.

Westie Staffs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

The Miniature Goldendoodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Westie Staffs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.