Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Faithful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Westekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Boston Chins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Westekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Boston Chins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Schipperke, West Highland White Terrier

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
White

Westekes are known for their coat length.

Boston Chins have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Westeke can have a litter of 3-7 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 Boston Chin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Westekes 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 Boston Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Westeke has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Westekes need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Boston Chins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Boston Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Westeke, 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 Boston Chin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Westekes 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 Boston Chins usually need at least 40 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 Westeke requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boston Chin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Boston Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Westeke is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Boston Chin 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.

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

Boston Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Boston Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Boston Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Westekes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Westekes are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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