Active
Curious
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Good-natured
Watchful

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

German Australian Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

German Australian Shepherds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd

Cocker Spaniel and West Highland White Terrier

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

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

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Sable
Gray
Silver
Red
Blue
Cream
Black

Black
Cream
White
Brown

German Australian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Cocker Westies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A German Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Hemophilia
Eye Disease and Disorders

Cataracts
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Atopy

Deafness
Degenerative Myelopathy
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Addison's Disease
Dry Eye

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Eye Examinations
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)

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

German Australian Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

German Australian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Cocker Westies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

German Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cocker Westies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

German Australian Shepherds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

The Cocker Westie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 German Australian Shepherds 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 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 German Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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.

German Australian Shepherd 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.

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) German Australian Shepherd 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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Cocker Westie 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 German Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a German Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $73. This makes an average of $576 - $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 Cocker Westie 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.

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

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

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

Cocker Westies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

German Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cocker Westies are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

German Australian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cocker Westies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

German Australian Shepherds 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.

The German Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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