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Weeranian – The Complete Breed Guide

Welcome to our guide to the Weeranian.

The Weeranian is a mix of two different breeds, the Westie and the Pomeranian mix.

The DogExperts.info website aims to ask questions to breeders, vets and experienced owners to get the answers to your most frequently asked questions about the Weeranian breed of dog.

You can also help too!

If you can answer any of the questions below, then please add your comments to the box at the bottom of the page or you can email us at sales@dogexperts.info.

We would love to feature your dog and publish any photos or pictures of your Weeranian you would like to email us.

Are you looking to buy a Weeranian – then see our list of Weeranian breeders.


Why Choose a Weeranian?

What type of owners buy a Weeranian?

What in your opinion are the best things about the Weeranian breed?

Why do you think the Weeranian is special?

What are your favourite things about the Weeranian?

Are you glad you choose to buy a Weeranian and not another breed?

How would you describe the Weeranian temperament?

What advice might you give to people thinking about whether they should buy a Weeranian over other breeds?

History & Origins

What are the history and origins of the Weeranian?

About The Breed

What colors of Weeranian are most popular?

What does the Weeranian look like?

What are the pros/cons of the Weeranian breed?

What can a new owner expect in terms of differences between the Weeranian and other breeds?

Do they attract a lot of interest and curiosity from the public?

What type of typical personality does the Weeranian have?

Is it possible to describe a fairly typical Weeranian?

What is the breed standard/description for the Weeranian?

Were there particular colors people preferred and that maybe you focused on?

Are there any downsides to owning a Weeranian that prospective owners should be aware of?

Is the Weeranian breed of dog suitable for first-time dog owners?

Some breeds can be described as greedy and prone to weight issues, would this apply to the Weeranian?

What are the key differences when compared to other breeds?

Is the Weeranian breed suitable for a person or family that are out at work all day?

Some owners seek a breed suitable for barking and offering a guard dog role – how does the Weeranian match up to that role?

Are there myths about the Weeranian – in other words do new potential owners come to you with misconceptions about this breed?

We asked a number of breeders in the UK and America what essential advice they would give to new owners of Weeranian puppies and this is what they said:

What types of questions do you get once owners get their Weeranian home?

Can you tell us something most owners would not know – tips, secrets etc from your years of experience?

What is the typical temperament of a Weeranian, so people know what to expect from their new pet?

When fully grown how much on average does a Weeranian weigh?

When the Weeranian is full grown in size what is the maximum height and length expected to be?

Is the Weeranian ever crossed or mixed with other breeds of dog?

Does the Weeranian smell or drool a lot?

Do you have a Weeranian growth chart?

What breed group does the Weeranian come under?

What type of coat do they have?

Can they swim?

What does the movement of the tail show, does it mean they are trying to ‘talk to us’ or give us some message?

Suitability

Are there some types of people that you can suggest the Weeranian is not suitable for, perhaps families?

How is the Weeranian with children?

Do you think the Weeranian is suitable for families with young children?

How does the Weeranian get along with other (existing) pets and do you have any tips or advice for new Weeranian owners in terms of successful integration?

Is it better to buy one Weeranian or two?

Should prospective new owners be aware of any differences between males and females?

Would the Weeranian be suitable as a guard dog?

Can I leave my Weeranian during the day while I go to work?

Lifespan

What is the expected average lifespan of the Weeranian?

In terms of life expectancy, how long on average would the Weeranian breed live to?

Food & Diet

Do you have any special feeding routines or diet?

Do you have any feeding advice or brands that you prefer?

How to handle the Weeranian puppy to start off – how much food, what type, how often?

What feeding routines and types of food/supplements do you recommend?

What to buy in terms of equipment? Bowls etc

Do owners need to consider supplements for their Weeranian?

How about for older dogs?

Buying – How Much Do They Cost?

How much did your Weeranian cost to buy?

Can you offer advice to people looking to buy a Weeranian and how much should they spend?

What advice would you offer new Weeranian owners?

What types of people are buying the Weeranian and why?

Where can I buy Weeranian rescue dogs or find a Weeranian for adoption? Please note that buying or searching for a ‘cheap’ Weeranian can be false economy as they may have health issues that cost you far more in the long-term – always buy from a good and responsible breeder!

Do I need public liability insurance or a license?

Puppy

How would you describe the Weeranian puppy to potential new owners?

What types of owners are best suited to owning a Weeranian?

What colors and sizes are most popular?

Are there things new owners do that perhaps frustrate you?

What can people expect when they become a new owner?

What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the Weeranian?

As a Weeranian breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?

Are there specific times of the year that you breed?

Choosing a puppy from a litter, what advice could you offer potential new owners in terms of selecting ‘the one’?

How long does it take to housetrain/potty train a Weeranian?

When can you take them out in public and how do you handle them around other dogs?

Will they run off – when is it safe to let them off the lead?

We invite you to email us your Weeranian’s pictures, in particular we are looking for photos showing Weeranian puppies at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 weeks old as well as early pictures such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 months old to a year old.

Do they have any nicknames or does the Weeranian have popular names?

If my Weeranian is pregnant what might the litter size be?

Could the Weeranian be dangerous around young children?

Problem Behaviors

How do you deal with a problem barker – any tips and advice to new owners?

How do you prevent a Weeranian biting?

How do you prevent a Weeranian chewing?

How do you stop a Weeranian jumping up?

Does the Weeranian have an issue with excessive digging?

Why does my Weeranian keep growling and barking?

Is there a reason my Weeranian dog is often scratching excessively?

Do they suffer from separation anxiety and how can I prevent this?

Exercise

In comparison perhaps to other breeds what can you say about the Weeranian and their exercise needs and do you have any tips or advice for new Weeranian owners?

As a breeder of the Weeranian , do you prefer a collar or harness?

As an expert of the Weeranian breed do you prefer a standard leash or retractable?

Can you offer any dog walking tips for Weeranian owners?

Playtime & Tricks

What games and toys can you recommend for the Weeranian?

Are there toys you suggest avoiding?

How intelligent is the Weeranian compared to other dog breeds?

How much can they understand?

Grooming

Do you have any special grooming routines or tips and advice for new Weeranian owners?

How much time is involved?

What accessories are required to be purchased for grooming a Weeranian?

Any advice/tips you can give concerning maintenance of nails?

How much do Weeranian shed and how do I maintain their hair and how often?

How can I prevent or cure ear infections?

Do you have any tips for eye care?

Is the Weeranian a hypoallergenic breed?

Bathing

Any advice/tips you can give concerning cleaning and bathing your Weeranian?

Can you offer new Weeranian owners advice concerning fleas and maybe products you use in treatment and prevention?

Showing

What advice and tips could you offer to owners who might wish to follow your path in showing the Weeranian?

What started your interest in showing the Weeranian?

If a new owner perhaps wanted to meet other owners or find out more – perhaps they have an interest in joining a local club or maybe they wonder how they can start showing their Weeranian – where would they begin?

Can you offer any advice to others who may be wondering if they can also start showing?

How would an owner know they have a show-quality Weeranian and how would they start off?

Can you give away any of your secrets?!

Is showing very expensive and why do you think people like to do it?

What do judges look for in a winner?

Breeding

What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the Weeranian?

What official organisations are there for the new Weeranian owner and what benefits or services do they provide?

In buying a Weeranian, can you offer advice and tips to new owners?

How did you go from being an owner to getting into breeding?

Do you think the breed’s popularity has increased, decreased or remains the same?

How did you progress to becoming a breeder and why focus on breeding the Weeranian out of all the breeds you could have chosen?

What do you think makes the Weeranian special to you?

Are there things that you see owners doing that frustrate you?

As a breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?

Training

In comparison perhaps to other breeds what is it like to train a Weeranian and do you have any tips or advice for new Weeranian owners?

How should new owners approach bringing a new Weeranian home, any advice and tips you can give?

Should I allow my Weeranian to sleep in my bed or elsewhere in the house?

Do you recommend crate training and how long does this take?

Should my Weeranian sleep in a kennel or crate?

Health

Health is always a major concern when buying a dog, do you have any advice for new Weeranian owners to be aware of in particular?

Are there any health-related tips you can give to owners?

What sort of health issues should owners be on the lookout for?

What is the recommended schedule for vaccinations for your Weeranian?

Can you offer any advice on how to treat and prevent worms?

What type of health issues can a Weeranian have and how do you deal with preventing these?

Why does my Weeranian have diarrhea?

Do they suffer from itchy and sensitive skin and if so why?

Why is my Weeranian vomiting and do I go to the vets?

When should I take my Weeranian for vaccinations and which ones do they need and how often?

How often will my Weeranian be in heat?

Should I consider getting my Weeranian spayed or neutered and when and how much does this cost and what are the benefits?

My Weeranian is limping, what should I do and should I go to a veterinarian surgeon?

Do they suffer from allergies?

Why is my Weeranian not eating?

How much does it cost to insure my Weeranian?

What healthcare issues or diseases might be excluded from companies that provide Weeranian dog health insurance?

Old Age

What age would you class as an ‘older or senior’ Weeranian?

Do you notice any changes in their behavior?

What changes in food and diet would you suggest making for an older Weeranian?

Do you feed any supplements to an older Weeranian – or anything else which helps them as they age?

Are there any health issues particular to a senior Weeranian dog?

Do you have any advice for owners of an older/senior Weeranian or tips you can pass on?


Here’s an interesting video on the Weeranian.


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