West Highland White Terrier
The West Highland White Terrier, or "Westie," is a small, sturdy terrier with a distinctive white coat and spirited personality. Originally bred for hunting vermin in Scotland, they are confident, ind...
25–28 cm
7–10 kg
12–16 years
Moderate to high — daily brushing recommended
Moderate — 45–60 minutes daily
United Kingdom (Scotland)
Double coat — harsh outer, soft undercoat
Small
Temperament
Confident, independent, friendly, stubborn, alert
Exercise & Care
Exercise: Moderate — 45–60 minutes daily. They enjoy walks and play. Their terrier instincts mean they love to dig and explore.
Grooming: Moderate to high — daily brushing recommended. Their harsh double coat needs regular stripping or clipping every 6–8 weeks.
Coat: Double coat — harsh outer, soft undercoat
Health & Considerations
Known health issues
Patellar luxation, craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO), skin allergies (atopy), Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease, copper toxicosis
Origin
United Kingdom (Scotland)
Size category
Small
About the West Highland White Terrier
The West Highland White Terrier, or "Westie," is a small, sturdy terrier with a distinctive white coat and spirited personality. Originally bred for hunting vermin in Scotland, they are confident, independent, and full of character. They make loyal companions for those who appreciate terrier spirit.
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