Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Faithful

Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive
Spirited

Westekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Schipperke, West Highland White Terrier

American Rat Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club

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®

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
White

Westekes are known for their coat length.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers have short 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 Toy Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 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.

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 Toy Foxy Rat Terrier 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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Elbow
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Allergies

Demodectic Mange
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Color Dilution Alopecia
Dental Problems

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

Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Full Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Westekes 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.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Toy Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 12 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 Toy Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 180 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 Toy Foxy Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Toy Foxy Rat Terrier 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 Toy Foxy Rat Terrier 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 good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers 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.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers 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.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.