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, Wire Fox Terriers 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

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

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

Wire Fox Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

West Highland White Terrier, Lhasa Apso

rough-coated black and tan terrier

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
Club Espanol De Terriers

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

Westie-Lasos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wire Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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 Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 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 Wire Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Atopic Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Wire Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Wire Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Westie-Lasos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Road trip, Tug-of-war, Walk

Walking, Jumping, Jogging, Road trip, Walk, Run, Fetch

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 Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 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.

In general most Wire Fox Terriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Westie-Lasos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Wire Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Wire Fox Terrier 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Westie-Laso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Terrier 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.

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

Wire Fox Terriers 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.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Westie-Lasos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Westie-Lasos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Wire Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.