His sparkling and playful character, a strong body and small size make him an ideal partner for children. West Highland White Terrier has a great sense of dignity - a quality that most inspires love for him. Ruth Faherty in her book 'Westies from head to tail' is describing the character of the breed as soft, gentle and loyal. After the first show at CRUFT'S in London in 1907, sociable, confident and adaptable to any conditions of life of West Highland White Terrier has turned into a universal favorite.Today this breed is known in all corners of Western Europe and the USA.

The modern name of the breed was suggested by Colonel Edward Donald Malcolm, who made an enormous contribution to it's development.

King of England, James 1, was interested in acquiring a good hunting dogs and he bought in these places several white terriers and even ordered to send a half-dozen as a gift to the French king.įor many years, these dogs were called a Poltalloch Terrier. West Highland White Terrier comes from the hilly terrain in the west of Scotland and is a close relative of the Cairn and Scottish Terriers. Add to this a foxy expression inherent in this dog - and you will understand that no other breed has such an expressive appearance.īritish believe that these dogs are the embodiment of terriers - in a small Westie's body lies a huge percentage of Scottish tenacity, determination and devotion. The looks of West Highland White Terrier are extremely attractive: a compact, short body, covered with white hair, raised over the back fat pointy tail, big round 'pompom' fluffy head, from which protrudes a pair of sharp ears and shiny black eyes. Grooming: High, Shedding: Low, Coat: Compact, weatherproof, wiry coat with the softer undercoat.Įase of training: Medium, Energy level: Medium, Span of life: 15-18 years.īreed: West Highland White Terrier is a charming little dog, which, thanks to his funny looks, cheerful nature and a convenient size, is today one of the world's most popular breeds. Cornish Rex general features, temperament, healthįCI #85, Origin: Great Britain, Group 3.2 Terriers.Australian Terrier - General Features, Temperament, Health problems.Bullmastiff - General Features, Temperament, Health problems.Tosa Inu - General Features, Temperament, Health problems.Japanese Bobtail - General Features, Temperament, Health problems.In Israel the police Labrador named Boydzher was killed, while performing his duty.Drinking water for pets will soon appear in the British supermarkets.Woodrow candidate for the Governor of Texas.The world's first ice-cream car for dogs.The British company hired a lap-dog as a model.A cat spent twelve days on the 20-meters high palm tree.Ben-Gurion Airport: dogs and cats will be checked with the help of an X-ray.A man, who lost his consciousness was saved by his own Dachshund.

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