Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Spirited
Cheerful
Faithful

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Quiet
Faithful

Wheatadors are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Labrador Retriever and Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier

Lhasa Apso and Cocker Spaniel

Unknown

2000s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Wheatadors have medium-length coats.

Lha-Cockers are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Wheatador can have a litter of 5-8 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 Lha-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.

Retinal Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Joint conditions

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Skin Allergies
Flea Allergy

Entropion
Ectropion
Seborrhea
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Allergy Testing
Hip and Knee
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing Tests

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

Lha-Cocker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Walk, Play

Playing, Walk, Sleeping, Run, Road trip, Swim, Tug-of-war, Nap, Dance, Dog Parks

Wheatadors 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wheatador, it's at least 10 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 Lha-Cocker, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wheatadors 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 Lha-Cockers 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 Wheatador requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Lha-Cockers 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.

Wheatador 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

Ideally, Lha-Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Flea Comb
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Wheatador 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.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Lha-Cocker feed 1.5 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 Wheatador is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Lha-Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wheatador is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $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 Lha-Cocker is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

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

Lha-Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Lha-Cockers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Wheatadors are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Lha-Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.