Unfortunately, the Westeke 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, Chinese Cresteds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Faithful

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Westekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Chinese Cresteds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Avoid Westekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Westekes are known for their coat length.

Chinese Cresteds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Chinese Crested can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Westekes are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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 Chinese Crested 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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

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

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Chinese Crested 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.

Chinese Cresteds 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.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Chinese Crested dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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 Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Westeke 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-14 pound (6 - 6 kg) Westeke 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.

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chinese Crested feed 0.8 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 Westeke is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Chinese Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

Chinese Crested has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

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

Chinese Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Westekes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chinese Cresteds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Chinese Cresteds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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