They’re clever and so can pick up on new things quickly.
Westies are good-natured and loving family pets who adapt well to both countryside and city living as long as they get enough exercise. If you want to minimise the risk of your dog getting problems, you can read our advice on choosing a pedigree dog.Ĭaring for your West Highland White Terrier Legg-Perthes disease (Legg-Calvé-Perthes) – a painful condition which causes the hip joint to die and crumble.Breathing problems known as Westie Lung (Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis).Eye problems, including dry eye – a condition that stops them producing tears which causes dry, painful eyes.Luxating patellas – where the kneecaps slip temporarily out of place.Some of the conditions Westies may develop include: We’d recommend looking for a Kennel Club Assured Breeder as they meet extra requirements which will benefit your puppy’s health. If you are thinking of buying a Westie puppy, make sure the parents of your puppy have had the relevant health screening to reduce the chances of your puppy being affected by certain conditions. Sadly they are prone to certain conditions relating to their breed. Westies are clever and loving dogs who do really well in a family environment. Originally bred to hunt vermin, nowadays you’re more likely to see a Westie keeping their owner company than out hunting! They make very popular companion dogs as they love people so much.Ĭommon health problems in West Highland White Terriers They have happy, fun-loving personalities and love family life which has made them popular pets. Westies are loving and loyal little dogs who adapt easily to a variety of home environments.
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