Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Clever

West Highland Doxies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Daugs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

West Highland Doxies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Daugs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Dachshund, West Highland White Terrier

Pug and Dachshund

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

White
Black
Brown
Red
Isabella
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

West Highland Doxies have medium-length coats.

Daugs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Inguinal Hernias
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Copper Toxicosis
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cushing's Disease

Deafness
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Cataracts
Bloat

Hip
Knee
Hearing
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
(Dna Test For Pra)
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Urinalysis
Neurological Examination
Blood Chemistry
Electromyography (EMG)

West Highland Doxies have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Daugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

West Highland Doxie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Walk, Snuggles, Chase, Tug of war, Running

Run, Tug-of-war, Walks, Cuddle, Jump, Stairs, Playing fetch, Walk, Going on drives, Running, Toys, Bothering cats, Cuddles, Walking, Tug of war, Cuddling, Sleeping, Hide and seek

West Highland Doxies 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For West Highland Doxie, it's at least 7 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 Daug, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The West Highland Doxie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Daug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, West Highland Doxie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Daug 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-28 pound (6 - 13 kg) West Highland Doxie feed 1.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Daug 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 West Highland Doxie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a West Highland Doxie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Daug 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.

West Highland Doxies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Daug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Daugs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

West Highland Doxies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

West Highland Doxies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

West Highland Doxies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Daugs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

West Highland Doxies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Daugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.