While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, West Australian Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Bully Wheaten is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Spirited

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Spirited
Faithful

West Australian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bully Wheatens are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Australian Terrier and West Highland White Terrier

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Bulldog

A West Australian Terrier can have a litter of 3-6 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 Bully Wheaten can have a litter of 5-8 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.

The West Australian Terrier 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.

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

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Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Addison's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Lysosomal Storage Disease
Cutaneous Asthenia

X-Rays
Complete Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Hip and Knee

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

West Australian Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

West Australian Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

West Australian Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Bully Wheatens make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

West Australian Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

West Australian Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

West Australian Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bully Wheatens are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

West Australian Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bully Wheatens are highly friendly around strangers.

West Australian Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Bully Wheatens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

West Australian Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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