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

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

Affectionate
Courageous
Friendly
Independent
Alert
Intelligent

Stubborn
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Opinionated

West Highland White Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Peke-Italians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Scotland

United States

scottish, skye, dandie dinmont, and cairn terriers

Italian Greyhound and Pekingese

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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

1800s

Early 1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Red

Straight

Wavy

A West Highland White Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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 Peke-Italian can have a litter of 2-4 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.

West Highland White Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The West Highland White Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Peke-Italians typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Periodontal Disease

Craniomandibular Osteopathy

KCS
Epilepsy
Hydrocephalus
Leg Fractures
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Respiratory Tests

West Highland White Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Peke-Italians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

West Highland White Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Peke-Italian has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

West Highland White Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

West Highland White Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

West Highland White Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

West Highland White Terriers 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.

Peke-Italians are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Peke-Italian dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For West Highland White Terrier, 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 Peke-Italian, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most West Highland White Terriers 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 Peke-Italians usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

West Highland White Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Peke-Italian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-21 pound (7 - 10 kg) West Highland White Terrier 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 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Peke-Italian 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 West Highland White Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Peke-Italian is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a West Highland White 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.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-Italian 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.

West Highland White Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

West Highland White Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Peke-Italians are not suitable for children.

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

Peke-Italians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Peke-Italians are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

West Highland White Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Peke-Italians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

West Highland White Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Peke-Italians are not known for being a highly playful breed.