Westie-Laso Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Westie-Laso dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Westie-Laso. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Westie-Laso breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

West Highland White Terrier, Lhasa Apso

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®

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Brown

Black

White
Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Sable
Brindle

The coat of a Westie-Laso is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

A Westie-Laso can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Westie-Lasos 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 Westie-Laso 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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Urolithiasis
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Atopic Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skeletal Exam

Westie-Lasos may be a good breed for those who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle. They tend to have a lower energy level than other breeds of dogs.

Westie-Laso have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Westie-Laso 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.

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

Westie-Lasos 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.

Road trip, Tug-of-war, Walk

Westie-Lasos 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 Westie-Laso, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Westie-Lasos 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.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

Ideally, Westie-Laso should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-21 pound (6 - 10 kg) Westie-Laso feed 1.5 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 Westie-Laso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Westie-Laso 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 Westie-Laso have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Westie-Lasos lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

The Westie-Laso is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Westie-Lasos typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Westie-Lasos 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

Westie-Lasos are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Westie-Lasos are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Westie-Laso is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Westie-Laso is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

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