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

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Active
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Westons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

King Rats are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Coton de Tulear and West Highland White Terrier

Rat Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
White
Cream
Black

Red
Black
Brown
Pied
White

Westons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

King Rats have short coats.

A Weston 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 King Rat can have a litter of 5-7 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.

Westons 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 King Rat breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Heart Disease
Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Demodectic Mange
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Hip and Knee

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Hearing Tests

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

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weston, 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 King Rat, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Westons 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 King Rats usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The King Rat has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

King Rat 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Weston feed 1.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 13-25 pound (6 - 11 kg) King Rat 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 Weston is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a King Rat is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

King Rats make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

King Rats make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

King Rats are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

King Rats are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

King Rats are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.