West Highland White Terrier

Apartment Friendly Easy to Train Kid Friendly Low Barking

Breed Snapshot

Weight: 12-20 kg
Height: 46-56 cm
Breed size: Medium
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Dog breed group: Working/herding dog
Shed level: Average to high

Description

Often called the Westie, the West Highland White Terrier has a straight hard outer coat that's about 5cm long and a soft thick undercoat. This dog is white.

Characteristics

Easy to train, friendly and good with kids, this dog is lively, confident and easy to travel with. It loves companionship.

Health problems

It can be prone to chronic hernias, liver disease, Legg-Perthes disease, jawbone calcification and skin problems.

Exercise

This breed should have a daily walk play off the leash.

Grooming

The coat should be regularly brushed, trimmed every four months and stripped twice a year. It sheds little to no hair.

Living Environment

Westies are good in towns, cities and the countryside. They are very active inside.

Did You Know

This breed was traditionally called the Roseneath Terrier, after the Duke of Argyll’s estate.