Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Pug-A-Mos shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Cocker Westies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pug-A-Mos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

Pug, American Eskimo Dog

Cocker Spaniel and West Highland White Terrier

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White

Black
Cream
White
Brown

Pug-A-Mos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cocker Westies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A Pug-A-Mo 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 Cocker Westie can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Pug-A-Mos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Ulcer
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Dry Eye

Cataracts
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Atopy

Allergies
Eye Problems

Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Addison's Disease
Dry Eye

Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Test
Thyroid Panel
Allergy Testing
ACTH Test
Skin Scrape

Pug-A-Mos are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Cocker Westies are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Pug-A-Mo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Pug-A-Mos 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.

Cocker Westies 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 Pug-A-Mo, 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 Cocker Westie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pug-A-Mos 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 Cocker Westies 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.

The Pug-A-Mo has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Cocker Westies 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.

Pug-A-Mo 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, Cocker Westie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pug-A-Mo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Westie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Pug-A-Mos are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Cocker Westie 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.

Pug-A-Mos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Cocker Westie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pug-A-Mos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cocker Westies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pug-A-Mos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Pug-A-Mos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Cocker Westies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.