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West Highland White Terrier

alert • courageous • independent • friendly

OrigineScotland
Espérance de vie12-16 years
Poids7-10 kg
Niveau d'énergiehigh

Quick Stats

Taillesmall
Poids7-10 kg
Espérance de vie12-16 years
Niveau d'énergiehigh
Toilettagehigh
Éducabilitémoderate
OrigineScotland
Tempérament
alertcourageousindependentfriendly

Présentation

The West Highland White Terrier, affectionately known as the "Westie", is a sturdy, confident small dog with a bright white coat and cheerful personality. These spirited terriers combine independence with affection, making them popular companions worldwide.

Compatibilité

Enfants
Bon
Autres chiens
Moyen
Chats
Moyen
Vie en appartement
Bon

Guide de soins

Westies need regular grooming including hand-stripping for show dogs. They are active terriers that enjoy walks and play. Their independent streak requires patient, consistent training.

Besoins en exercice

At least 1 hour of daily exercise including walks and play. They have more energy than their size suggests.

Toilettage

Professional grooming every 6-8 weeks. Regular brushing between sessions. Hand-stripping for proper coat maintenance.

Problèmes de santé

skin allergies
patellar luxation
Westie lung disease
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease

Faits amusants

🐶Westies were originally bred to hunt rats and other vermin in Scotland.
🐶They are the most popular terrier breed in many countries.
🐶The Westie is the mascot for the Cesar dog food brand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Westies hypoallergenic?
Their coat sheds minimally, making them better for allergy sufferers. However, no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Do Westies bark a lot?
They can be vocal. As terriers, they are alert and may bark at perceived threats. Training helps manage this.
Are Westies good with children?
Good with older children who treat them gently. They may not tolerate rough handling from very young children.
Are Westies stubborn?
They have an independent terrier streak. Patient, consistent training with positive reinforcement works best.

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