Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Spirited

Norwich Terrier and Maltese x

Australian Terrier and West Highland White Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Cream
Fawn
Red
Isabella

White
Fawn
Blue
Red

Straight

Wiry

A Nortese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

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.

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Dental Problems

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Deafness
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Atopy

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

Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

X-Rays
Complete Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Hip and Knee

Norteses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Nortese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

West Australian Terriers 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 Nortese, it's at least 5 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.

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

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, Nortese 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Nortese 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 Nortese 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.

Norteses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Norteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

West Australian Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Norteses 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.