Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual

Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Faithful

Jack-A-Poos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Westekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Jack-A-Poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Westekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Jack Russell Terrier and Poodle

Schipperke, West Highland White Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club

1990’s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Gray
Blue

Black
White

Jack-A-Poos have medium-length coats.

Westekes are known for their coat length.

Curly

Wavy

A Jack-A-Poo can have a litter of 4-8 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.

A Westeke can have a litter of 3-7 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.

While the Jack-A-Poo breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Westekes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Allergies

Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

Jack-A-Poos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Jack-A-Poo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Westekes bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Jack-A-Poos 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.

Westekes 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 Jack-A-Poo, it's at least 10 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 Westeke, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jack-A-Poos 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.

In general most Westekes 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.

Jack-A-Poos 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.

The Westeke requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Jack-A-Poo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Westeke is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jack-A-Poo 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.

The average per month expenses of a Westeke 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.

Jack-A-Poo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Jack-A-Poos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Westekes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.