Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Kind
Sweet
Cheerful
Trustworthy

French West Highlanders are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

Newfoundland, Golden Retriever

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Gray

French West Highlanders have medium-length coats.

Golden Newfies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A French West Highlander can have a litter of 3-5 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 Golden Newfie can have a litter of 4-12 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.

French West Highlanders typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Golden Newfie 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.

Inguinal Hernias
Pulmonic Stenosis
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Entropion
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Physical Examination
Biopsy
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hormone Analysis
Cardiac Test
Clinical Exam
Heart Analysis
Chelation Treatment

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Biochemistry Profile
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

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

Golden Newfies 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 French West Highlander, 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 Golden Newfie, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most French West Highlanders usually need at least 45 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 Golden Newfies 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.

The French West Highlander requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Golden Newfies 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.

French West Highlander 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, Golden Newfie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) French West Highlander 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 85-150 pound (39 - 68 kg) Golden Newfie feed 4 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 French West Highlander is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Newfie is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a French West Highlander 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 Golden Newfie is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 French West Highlander is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

French West Highlanders have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Golden Newfies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

French West Highlanders are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Newfies are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Golden Newfies are highly friendly around strangers.