Active
Loyal
Protective
Cheerful
Playful

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

Russian Toys are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Peka-A-Wests make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Russia

United States

English Toy Terrier, Toy Spaniel

West Highland White Terrier, Pekingese

Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Foundation Stock Service
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

20th Century

Early 1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brown
Red
Sable

White
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black

Russian Toys have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Peka-A-Wests have medium-length coats.

A Russian Toy can have a litter of 11-13 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 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.

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

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

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

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.

Patellar Luxation

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

Heart Conditions

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

OFA
Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

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

Russian Toys thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Russian Toys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Peka-A-Wests have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

The Russian Toy has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

Peka-A-West 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Russian Toy feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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.

The average cost of a Russian Toy is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Peka-A-West is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

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

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

Peka-A-Wests have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

Russian Toys are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Russian Toys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Russian Toys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Peka-A-Wests have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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