Westillon Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Westillon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate

Westillon will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

The Westillon breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

Papillon and West Highland White Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Black

The coat of a Westillon is longer than that of the typical dog.

Wavy

A Westillon 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.

Westillons are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Westillon breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Copper Toxicosis
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Cataracts
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Dna For Copper Toxicosis
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Westillons may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Westillon have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Westillon dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Westillons dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Westillons tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Westillons 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 Westillon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Westillons usually need at least 30 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 Westillon is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Westillon 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

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Westillon 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.

The average cost of a Westillon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Westillon 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 Westillon breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Westillons are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Westillons are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Westillons are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Westillons are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Westillons are very friendly around strangers.

Westillons are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Westillon for a mellower experience.

Westillon dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.