Alert
Devoted
Lively
Assertive
Friendly
Playful

Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Faithful

Austrian Pinschers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Westekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Austrian Pinschers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Westekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Local Austrian farm dogs, German Pinscher

Schipperke, West Highland White Terrier

19th Century

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Brown

Black
White

Austrian Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Westekes are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

An Austrian Pinscher can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Austrian Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Westekes are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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.

Hip Dysplasia

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

Congenital Heart Defect

Allergies

OFA
Cardiac Ultrasound
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Austrian Pinschers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Austrian Pinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Austrian Pinscher 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Austrian Pinscher, it's at least 9 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 Austrian Pinschers 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.

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.

The Austrian Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Austrian Pinscher feed 2.3 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 13-14 pound (6 - 6 kg) Westeke 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 an Austrian Pinscher is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Austrian Pinscher is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Austrian Pinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Austrian Pinschers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Austrian Pinschers 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.

Austrian Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Austrian Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Austrian Pinschers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Austrian Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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