Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious

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

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

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United States

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

West Highland White Terrier and American Staffordshire Terrier

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

A Coton Chin 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 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.

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

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

Coton Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Westie Staff has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Coton Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Coton Chins 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton Chin, it's at least 9 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 Westie Staff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton Chins 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 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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin 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 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.

The average cost of a Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Westie Staff is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Coton Chin 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 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.

Coton Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Westie Staffs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Coton Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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

Westie Staffs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.