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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Westie-Lasos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bichon Frises are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Westie-Lasos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

West Highland White Terrier, Lhasa Apso

barbet, water dog

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®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

Unknown

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Sable
Brindle

White
Cream

Westie-Lasos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

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.

A Bichon Frise can have a litter of 12-15 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Bichon Frise breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Atopic Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

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

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Westie-Laso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Westie-Lasos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Westie-Lasos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bichon Frises are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Road trip, Tug-of-war, Walk

Play, Agility, Walk, Walking, Sniffing, Running, Tricks, Fetch, Cuddling, Swimming, Socializing, Cuddle, Sleeping, Training, Go to Park, Lickin, Pets, Run, Snuggle, Sleep, Barking, Eating, Belly rubs, Off-leash, Chase, Dog Parks, Speak, High Five, Tug-of-war, Toys

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.

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

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

Bichon Frise 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
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
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.

For an average 11-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Bichon Frise 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 Westie-Laso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

Westie-Laso has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Bichon Frises are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

The Westie-Laso is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

Westie-Lasos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Bichon Frises are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

Westie-Lasos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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