Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

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

French West Highlanders are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Dalmatian and Australian Cattle Dog

French Bulldog and West Highland White Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Blue
White
Black
Brindle

White
Cream
Brindle

Dalmatian Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

French West Highlanders have medium-length coats.

A Dalmatian Heeler can have a litter of 6-9 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 French West Highlander can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

French West Highlanders are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Inguinal Hernias
Pulmonic Stenosis
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Skin Allergies
Urinary Stones

Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Eye Tests
Hearing Tests
Urinalysis and Urine Culture
Ultrasound to detect urinary stone location
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies

Physical Examination
Biopsy
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hormone Analysis
Cardiac Test
Clinical Exam
Heart Analysis
Chelation Treatment

Dalmatian Heeler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

French West Highlander has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dalmatian Heelers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

French West Highlanders have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Dalmatian Heelers 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.

French West Highlanders 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmatian Heeler, it's at least 12 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 French West Highlander, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmatian Heelers usually need at least 120 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 French West Highlanders 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.

The Dalmatian Heeler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The French West Highlander requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Dalmatian Heeler should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

French West Highlander 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Dalmatian Heeler feed 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.

For an average 16-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) French West Highlander 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.

The average cost of a Dalmatian Heeler is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a French West Highlander is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian Heeler is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 French West Highlander 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 Dalmatian Heeler is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

French West Highlanders have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

French West Highlanders are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Dalmatian Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

French West Highlanders are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.