Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Westie Staffs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Shelesties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Westie Staffs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Shelesties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

West Highland White Terrier and American Staffordshire Terrier

West Highland White Terrier and Shetland Sheepdog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Fawn
Cream
White

Straight

Wavy

A Westie Staff can have a litter of 5-10 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 Shelestie 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.

Westie Staffs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Inguinal Hernias
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Collie Eye Anomaly

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Blood
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Westie Staffs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Shelesties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

The Westie Staff is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Westie Staffs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Shelesties 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Westie Staff, it's at least 10 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 Shelestie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Westie Staffs 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.

In general most Shelesties 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.

The Westie Staff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Shelestie 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Westie Staff feed 2.5 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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Shelestie feed 3 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 Westie Staff is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of a Shelestie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Westie Staff is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 Shelestie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Westie Staffs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Shelestie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Westie Staffs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

Shelesties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Shelesties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.