Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Watchful

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

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

Dachshund, West Highland White Terrier

Great Pyrenees and German Shepherd

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

White
Black
Brown
Red
Isabella
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
White
Fawn

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 Germanees can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

Deafness
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Ectropion
Cataract
Epilepsy
Diabetes

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Skin Biopsy
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape

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

Germaneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Walk, Snuggles, Chase, Tug of war, Running

Playing fetch, Herding, Fetch, Walk, Play, Run, Pet stores, Car rides, Park, Hiking, Off-leash, Swim, Tug-of-war

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.

Germaneess 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 Germanees, 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 Germaneess 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 75-120 pound (34 - 54 kg) Germanees feed 3 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 Germanees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Germanees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Germaneess 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.

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