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 Shibadox 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

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Confident
Devoted
Lively
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Clever
Charming

Westons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Coton de Tulear and West Highland White Terrier

Shiba Inu, Dachshund

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
White
Cream
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
White

Westons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Shibadoxs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Shibadox can have a litter of 4-8 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 Shibadox 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

Hip Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

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 Shibadox, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Shibadox 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.

Shibadox 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Shibadox 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 Shibadox is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Weston 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 Shibadox is between $42 - $49. This makes an average of $504 - $588 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Shibadoxs 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.

Shibadoxs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Shibadoxs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

Shibadoxs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Shibadoxs 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.

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