Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

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

Dunkers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Dunkers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Dachshund, West Highland White Terrier

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

Unknown

19th Century

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

White
Black
Brown
Red
Isabella
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

A West Highland Doxie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

A Dunker can have a litter of 10-12 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.

West Highland Doxies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

Deafness

Deafness
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hip Dysplasia

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

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

Dunkers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

West Highland Doxies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

Walk, Snuggles, Chase, Tug of war, Running

Walking, Running

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.

Dunkers 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 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 Dunker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most West Highland Doxies 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.

In general most Dunkers usually need at least 60 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 West Highland Doxie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder

Pin 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 25-39 pound (11 - 18 kg) Dunker feed 2.5 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 Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 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 Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $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.

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

Dunker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Dunkers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Dunkers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

West Highland Doxies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Dunkers 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.

Dunkers 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.

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

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

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