Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful
Instinctual

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious

Avoid Skypoos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Westie Staffs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Poodle, Skye Terrier

West Highland White Terrier and American Staffordshire 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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Curly

Straight

A Skypoo can have a litter of 4-6 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.

A Westie Staff can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Westie Staffs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Bloat
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Skin Problems
Orthopedic

Inguinal Hernias
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Tests

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Skypoo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Westie Staff has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Skypoos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Westie Staffs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

The Westie Staff is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Skypoos 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.

Westie Staffs 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Skypoo, it's at least 7 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 Westie Staff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Skypoos 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 Westie Staff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-70 pound (16 - 32 kg) Skypoo feed 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 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Westie Staff feed 2.5 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 a Skypoo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Westie Staff is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Skypoo is between $49 - $73. This makes an average of $588 - $876 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 Westie Staff is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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.

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

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

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

Westie Staffs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Westie Staffs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Skypoos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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