West Highland terrier

It’s a medium-sized terrier, though with long legs compared to other Scottish breeds of Terriers.

History

The West Highland Terrier originated from Scotland, and it was helpful for hunting badger, otter, fox, and killing vermin like rodents. Based on breed lore, the Westie’s white color comes from a tragic nineteenth-century incident while Colonel Malcolm of Poltalloch was hunting fox.

Physical Appearance

Usually, Westies have deep-set, bright, almond-shaped eyes dark in color. The ears are sharp and erect.

Height

Eleven inches (male)

Ten inches (female)

Weight

15 to 20 lbs.

Life-Span

13 to 15 years

Temperament

Self-sufficient
Brave
Energetic
Attentive
Friendly
Strong

Susceptible to Diseases

Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Perthes disease
Nuclear Sclerosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Patellar Luxation

Care and Grooming

Good Westie coat care is usually a simple job. If you want to make sure your dog’s coat is always untangled you need to brush the coat regularly. To keep their coat neat and gleaming, you can brush them to take off dust and clean them off using a moist wipe.