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

Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Happy
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Faithful

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

Shih Tzu, Schipperke

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Brindle

Black
Brown
Cream
Red
White

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 Skip-Shzu 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.

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.

While the Skip-Shzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Hip Dysplasia

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

French West Highlander has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Skip-Shzu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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 Skip-Shzu, it's at least 7 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 Skip-Shzus 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.

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

Skip-Shzus 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, Skip-Shzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

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 Skip-Shzu 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.

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

Skip-Shzus 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.

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

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

Skip-Shzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

French West Highlanders are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Skip-Shzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.