Mary Allen
#16 The Westie has not only been unmistakable since a well-known television dog food commercial.
Above all, the white coat color of the cute bundle of energy is immediately noticeable. The double coat consists of a long top coat and a short, soft undercoat. The short-legged four-legged friend has a height at the withers of about 28 cm in both male and female dogs. He is one of the small dog breeds, but is not a delicate lap dog, but has a strong body with a deep chest. His dark eyes peer out from under bushy brows, intelligent and alert.
#17 The smart companion is characterized by an intrepid but lovable nature.
The Westie is considered to be cheerful and playful, but you should not underestimate both their hunting instinct and their strong self-confidence! This breed is known for being independent, but that doesn't mean the Westie has to keep himself busy. This fur nose demands your time and attention. Barking in the Westie can be an expression of boredom and under challenge. The West Highland White Terrier likes to be the center of attention with his family and, as a watchful friend, is always there to announce visitors or unusual noises.
#18 When it comes to self-confidence, the little West Highland White Terrier is one of the greats!
Therefore, the training of Westie puppies is a great challenge, especially for beginners. In the experienced hands of a consistent and self-confident caregiver, however, the intelligent West Highland Terrier learns to know its limits well. But patience is required: As a typical terrier, the smart Westie knows only too well how to assert itself.
To help, consider attending a dog school where your feisty West Highland White Terrier can socialize with other dogs and learn to control his dominance.