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West Highland White Terrier - The West Highland White Terrier was developed in the mid nineteenth century from the white puppies in the litters of Cairn Terriers, Scottish Terriers and Skye Terriers. Through selective breeding in the Agryll region of Scotland the characteristics of the breed we know today was formed.

Originally, like so many terriers it was used for hunting of small game.

Registered by The Kennel Club in 1904

All about the West Highland White Terrier

• A Scottish breed of dog commonly known as Westie
• Used in TV and Films including 'Hamish Macbeth' and in the 'Cesar dog Food' advert
• Has a double coat which makes it's face appear round
• Can be good with children but will not tolerate rough handling
• Have a very high prey drive
• Small pointed ears, longer legs than other Terrier breeds
• Soft dense under coat and a rough outer coat
• Can be food and toy possessive
• Littersize: 3-5 pups
• Weight: 15-20lbs (6.8 - 9.1kg)
• Height: 10-11in (25-28cm)
• Lifespan: 12-16 years