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

Playful
Stubborn
Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Quick
Trainable
Fearless
Bright
Sturdy

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

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

United States

United States

West Highland White Terrier, Pekingese

Keeshond and Neapolitan Mastiff

Early 1900s

2000s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

White
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

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.

A Neahond can have a litter of 6-12 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.

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

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

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.

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

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Heart Diseases and Disorders
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Ectropion
Skin Allergy “atopy”

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

Cardiac
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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 Neahond, it's at least 7 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 Neahonds 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 Neahond requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 100-130 pound (45 - 59 kg) Neahond feed 3.5 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 Peka-A-West is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Neahond is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 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 a Neahond is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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-Wests have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Neahonds 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.

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

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

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