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West Highland White Terrier puppies for sale

When looking for West Highland White Terrier dogs puppies for sale, this breed may also be referred to as the Westie or Westy.

The West Highland White Terrier is believed to have originated in Poltalloch Scotland for the purpose of hunting fox and badgers, and was originally known as the Poltalloch Terrier or the Roseneath Terrier. This breed was still referred to as the Roseneath Terrier when it was first shown in the United States. The breed name was officially changed to West Highland White Terrier in 1906. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1908. The West Highland White Terrier is a popular breed and is known today as the mascot for Cesear brand dog food and a mascot for Black & White (a brand of Scotch whiskey).

West Highland White Terrier is known for its distinctive white coat and black button nose and deep-set dark eyes. They also have ears that are pricked forward giving them a look of alertness. The average weight of the West Highland White Terrier is between 13 and 20 pounds and they average between 10-11 inches in height. The life span is generally between 12 and 16 years. While generally a hardy breed, the West Highland White Terrier is prone to developing skin problems, jawbone calcification, hernias, liver disease, and hip problems.

The West Highland White Terrier has a soft, thick, dense undercoat and rough outer coat which is about 2 inches in length. The coat requires daily brushing and regular clipping or stripping of the coat is also required. This breed of dogs puppies for sale is considered a mild shedder.

When you see West Highland White Terrier dogs puppies for sale and make the decision to make a West Highland White Terrier a member of your family, you will find the West Highland White Terrier to be friendly, spunky, determined, devoted, and strong-willed. You may find you have a new best friend, devoted and highly interested in anything you have to say. They are very devoted to their owners, and because of their small size, they are a good for apartment living as well as country living. They are very active indoors. However, since the West Highland White Terrier dogs puppies for sale are an energetic bred, they require daily walks for exercise. Without the proper amount of exercise, this breed of dog may develop behavioral issues.

The West Highland White Terrier is an easy to train, and enjoys human championship. They get along very well with children and despite their small size they make an excellent watchdog. The West Highland White Terrier also excels in many dog events such as confirmation, agility, and obedience. Extremely intelligent this breed learns tricks easily and enjoys performing them at your command.

The West Highland White Terrier was bred for hunting and retains a strong hunting instinct yet today, it is recommended that this breed of dogs puppies for sale be kept on a lead or otherwise confined when outdoors.



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