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West Highland White Terrier

 
   
   
  Small Breed


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  Terrier
   
  Country of Origin Scotland in the 1800s
  Ancestry The West Highland White Terrier is one of many short-legged terriers from Scotland that split off into a number of different breeds including the Skye, Cairn, Scottish and Dandie Dinmont Terriers.  The West Highland was originally known as the Poltalloch Terrier and was also known as the Roseneath Terrier, White Scottish, Little Skye and Cairn Terrier.
Original  Function Hunter of foxes, badger, rabbits, squirrels and rodents.
  Height at Shoulder Female 10"  Male: 11"
  Weight 15-21 lbs
  Lifespan 14 Years
  Coat The West Highland White Terrier is known for its bright white double coat. 
  Tail Medium-short tail held up
  Head Round head with a blunt muzzle
  Ears Small, pointed, prick ears
  Related Breeds Dandie Dinmont Terrier, Skye Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Scottish Terrier
  Alternative Names  
  Nicknames Westie, Westy
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  Grooming: The West Highland White Terrier's medium-length double coat consists of a mildly insulating inner coat and a rough, wiry outer coat approximately 2" long.  The coat requires consistent brushing several times a week to keep it free from debris.  The coat can be stripped for show or clipped once a season to keep the rounded, neat shape. 

The West Highland White Terrier's coat may be difficult to keep white.  The whiskers and short beard in particular may become soiled particularly if the West Highland White Terrier is allowed to dig. 

Exercise requirements: Moderate.  The West Highland White Terrier is an active but not overly energetic dog.  The West Highland White Terrier requires daily walks on leash or a romp in a fenced area. 
  Aggression: The West Highland White Terrier is considered to be one of the friendliest of the Terriers.  While friendly towards humans, the West Highland White Terrier can be aggressive and even deadly towards small animals.
  Temperament: The West Highland White Terrier is an outgoing, friendly, affectionate dog.  The West Highland White Terrier can also be independent, stubborn and occasionally aggressive. The West Highland White Terrier is a barker and can be a good a very good watchdog. 
  Owner requirement: Firm, strong and consistent.  West Highland White Terriers can be stubborn but respond well to ongoing training. 
  Trainability Moderately High
  Health concerns Legg-Perthes, Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy-GCL, Craniomandibular Osteopath-CMO, copper toxicosis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Canine Hip Dysplasia-CHD, cataracts, patellar luxation, deafness, atopic dermatitis, addison's disease, White Shaker Dog syndrome, diabetes, seborrhea.
  Environmental requirements: The West Highland White Terrier has moderate tolerance for heat and cold.  It requires strong, deep fencing as it can be a strong digger.  It can be quite noisy in its watchdog capacity. 
  Feeding requirements: Normal
AKC: American Kennel Club USA: Terrier
  As the Roseneath Terrier in 1908
  As the West Highland White Terrier in 1909
UKC: United Kennel Club USA: Terriers
CKC: Canadian Kennel Club: Group 4 Terriers
FCI: Fédération Cynologique Internationale: Terriers (Group 3/Section 2/Breed 85)
ANKC: Australian National Kennel Council: Group 2 Terriers
KCUK: Kennel Club United Kingdom: Terrier since 1907
NZKC: New Zealand Kennel Club: Terrier
The West Highland White Terrier is closely related to a number of Scottish terriers developed during the 1800s.  Terriers of this type were designed to dig and follow prey into their burrows.  They are small, short-legged, tough dogs with strong teeth and jaws.  The West Highland White Terrier is generally credited to Colonel Edward Donald Malcolm of Poltalloch, Argyll, Scotland.  The distinctively bright white terrier was easily visible when hunting and unlikely to be mistaken for its prey.  It was originally called the Poltalloch Terrier. 

The West Highland White Terrier is strong for its size, determined, somewhat stubborn and demanding.  It is an excellent companion being affectionate, small and energetic.  The West Highland White Terrier can be food, property and person possessive.  They can be difficult around very small children.  The West Highland White Terrier can be dangerous to small animals and owners should take care when introducing them to other household pets.

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