West Highland White Terrier Dog Breed Profile

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AKC Group: Terrier
Class: Terrier
Country of Origin: UK (Scotland)
First Registered: 1908
Height: 10 - 11 inches
Weight: 15 - 22 lbs.

Colors: All white

Coat Type: Double coat, harsh straight, wiry outer coat and soft, close, furry undercoat.

Health Concerns: Healthy and robust. Some problems with skin allergies, patella luxation, hernias and cranio mandibular osteopathy (lion jaw), deafness and congenital heart disease.

Temperament: Active, assertive, fun-loving, well-behaved, light-hearted

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irishrose61

New Jersey

Junior Member

Added on Oct 22nd, 2009
I bought my first Westie 6 years ago. Have had many different breeds in my life, but must say that this breed is the best! I just got a new Westie puppy this summer. He will soon be 6 months old. They get along well, and are very people/animal friendly little boys! I have read that this breed is not good with kids. This is definitely NOT true! My boys love kids, and enjoy playing with everyone!

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