West Highland White Terrier
A.K.A. :Westie, Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrier, White Roseneath Terrier
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Good with other dogs
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Energetic
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The West Highland White Terrier (Westie) is a proud and smart breed. These dogs love the outdoors, though they're quite capable of being well-mannered indoors. They simply love people and are eager to please owners. |
Breed Group: | Terrier |
Weight (lbs): | 15-21 |
Height (in): | male: 11, female: 10 |
Colors: | White. |
Coat: | It's double-coated. The outer coat consists of straight, hard hair, about 2" long, with shorter coat on neck and shoulders, furnishings are longer on stomach and legs. |
Character: | West Highland White Terriers are very playful and alert. They have an independent and outgoing nature, often with a stubborn streak. |
Temperament: | This breed needs to be trained early so they will not try to dominate other dogs or chase cats. They make a good playmate for children and can even handle rough play. |
Care: | Its wire coat neds combing two to three times weekly, plus stripping every three months. Pets may be clipped. |
Training: | This breed can be stubborn and difficult to train. Training must use a firm and consistent approach. |
Activity: | The West Highland White Terrier loves to run around, play with balls, and just have a good time. He requires a lot of exercise in a well-fenced yard. |
Health Issue: | This breed is fairly healthy, although some are prone to chronic skin problems, hip problems, hernias, liver disease, or jawbone calcification. |
Life Expectancy: | 12-14 |
West Highland White Terrier Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Claus
$750
Claus is a perfect, beautiful male Westie! His momma weighs 13 pounds and dad weighs 12 pounds. Claus is full of energy and enjoys being around people! Home-raised and great with...
Female Westie Hope
$1,250
Hope is ready to go to her new forever home now. She is UTD on vaccines, worming, microchipped, vet checked, full ACA registry and full of westietude. I will meet folks in a...
Female Westie Flower
$1,250
Flower is ready to go to her new forever home now. She will be UTD on vaccines, worming, microchipped, vet checked, full ACA registry and full of westietude. I will meet folks in...
Leo
$750
Born Jan. 2nd.....meet Leo! He's home-raised and great with kids! Hypoallergenic, ACA register-able, up to date on vaccines, de-wormers and dewclaws have been removed. Ready for...
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