Dog
Pronunciation:
wee-shawn
Breed Description:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the West Highland White Terrier with the Bichon Frise. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Wee-Chon will have qualities of both parents. They are a small breed of dog that has a sturdy and compact build. The Wee-Chon should be slightly longer than it is tall and they should have a robust build that gives substance to the dog without making them appear course. The breed has medium sized ears that hang and the tail curls over onto the back.
The coat of the Wee-chon usually consists of two coats. A dense undercoat and a soft, medium length top coat. The top coat should have a wave or loose curls and are usually hard in texture. There should be full hair on the muzzle and head giving them an almost shaggy appearance. The coat is white.
Temperament:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, they are known for being a good-natured little dog that get along well with everyone. They are usually very gentle with children and while they are small, they can often take the rough and tumble play of young children. While they are very affectionate, the Wee-Chon can be very independent and brave and they will rarely back down from a challenge. They do well with other pets and often get along very well with cats. The breed is known for being easy to train but they are not always eager to please.
Height:
The average height for a Wee-Chon is between 9 to 12 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Wee-Chon is between 9 and 22 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on both the West Highland White Terrier and the Bichon Frise to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog is versatile when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog.
Exercise:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog is an easy breed to care for and they only need to be brushed about once a week. The hair may need to be trimmed every month or two, especially around the face, ears and feet but in general, it can be left natural. Many owners opt to have the coat clipped and if you do, expect to clip it every 6 to 8 weeks. The Wee-Chon should only be bathed when he needs it and they can easily go two or three months between baths. Nails should be kept trimmed and the ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis. If the coat has a wiry texture, it is important to hand strip the coat every few months.
Origin:
The Wee-Chon breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Wee-Chon, it is important to read up on both the West Highland White Terrier and the Bichon Frise. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
