Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Alert
Devoted
Lively
Assertive
Friendly
Playful

Peka-A-Wests are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Austrian Pinschers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

Austria

West Highland White Terrier, Pekingese

Local Austrian farm dogs, German Pinscher

Early 1900s

19th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black

Black
Red
Brown

Peka-A-Wests have medium-length coats.

Austrian Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Peka-A-West can have a litter of 2-5 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.

An Austrian Pinscher can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Peka-A-Wests are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Austrian Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The Peka-A-West 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.

Austrian Pinschers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Congenital Heart Defect

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Respiratory Tests
Full Body Physical Examination

OFA
Cardiac Ultrasound
Yearly Physical Examination

Peka-A-Wests are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Austrian Pinschers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

The Peka-A-West is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Austrian Pinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Peka-A-West, it's at least 5 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 Austrian Pinscher, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Peka-A-Wests 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 Austrian Pinschers 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.

Peka-A-Wests have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Austrian Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Peka-A-West 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 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Austrian Pinscher feed 2.3 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 Peka-A-West is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Austrian Pinscher is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peka-A-West 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 an Austrian Pinscher 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.

Peka-A-West has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

Austrian Pinschers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Peka-A-Wests have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Austrian Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Peka-A-Wests are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Austrian Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Peka-A-Wests are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Austrian Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Peka-A-Wests are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Austrian Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.