Unfortunately, the Siberian Cocker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, West Australian Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Spirited

Siberian Cockers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

West Australian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel

Australian Terrier and West Highland White Terrier

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Siberian Cockers are known for their coat length.

West Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Siberian Cocker 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.

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 Siberian Cocker 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.

Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Congenital Heart Disease
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency
Kidney Stones

None Known

Otitis Externa
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

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

Full Physical Examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Chest X-rays
Eye and Ear Examination
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels

X-Rays
Complete Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Hip and Knee

Siberian Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

West Australian Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Siberian Cocker, it's at least 8 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.

In general most Siberian Cockers 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 West Australian Terriers 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.

The Siberian Cocker 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Siberian Cocker is between $42 - $42. This makes an average of $504 - $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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

West Australian Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Siberian Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

West Australian Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

West Australian Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

West Australian Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.