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

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.

Active
Loyal
Protective
Cheerful
Playful

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Spirited

Russian Toys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

English Toy Terrier, Toy Spaniel

Australian Terrier and West Highland White Terrier

20th Century

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Brown
Red
Sable

White
Fawn
Blue
Red

Russian Toys have longer coats compared to most dogs.

West Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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 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.

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

West Australian Terriers 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 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.

Patellar Luxation

None Known

Heart Conditions

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

OFA
Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

X-Rays
Complete Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Hip and Knee

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

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

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 West Australian Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Russian Toys 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 West Australian Terriers 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 Russian Toy has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

West Australian Terriers 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.

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

West Australian Terrier 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
Dematter
Scissors
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 14-16 pound (6 - 7 kg) West Australian Terrier 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 West Australian Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Russian Toy 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 West Australian Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

West Australian Terriers 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.

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

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

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