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West Highland White Terrier
A.K.A. : Westie, Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrier, White Roseneath Terrier
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West Highland White Terrier
A.K.A. :Westie, Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrier, White Roseneath Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
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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 |
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CKC West Highland White terrier pups
$950
CKC registered West Highland Terrier pups first shots and wormed. raised with kids and other pets. 910-231-9758 See more at: paintedponies.wixsite/mysite
MaeBo
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Just in time for Thanksgiving! A perfect litter of 7 females puppies by Mabel and Boss Hogg. We live on a farm in Southeastern Kansas. Puppies are whelped in our home and are well...
Westie Boy
$700
Monkey is a fun, healthy, smart little boy. He comes from a litter of 4. Westies are wonderful dogs. They are very playful, friendly, good tempered dogs. Very little to no...
Jason
$700
Jason is a wonderful, healthy, westie boy. He comes from a litter of 4. Westies are wonderful dogs. They are very playful, friendly, good tempered dogs. Very little to no...
Female
$1,000
West Highland White Terrier puppy for sale Houston, Tx. Area. Comes registered with 1st puppy shots and deworming. Call or text 281-686-9014 to make an appointment to see her or...
West Highland Terrier Puppies
$1,000
Home raised West Highland Terrier Puppies. All our puppies are used to being around other dogs and children. We introduce all our puppies to pee pad training as well as a dog...
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