West Highland White Terrier (Westie) - Characteristics and Care
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ส.ค. 2024
- In this AnimalWised video, we will talk about one of the most popular dog breeds, the West Highland Terrier. If you love the West Highland White Terrier and are thinking of adopting one or already live with a little Wesite, here we explain all the Westie's features, facts, care and much more. We will deal with West Highland Terrier puppy education, their most frequent health problems and we will share our tips to maintain happy and healthy dogs. And if you like this video about the Westie dog, don't miss our videos of dogs and continue browsing our channel to know more.
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We had a whestie for 16 yaers. 12 weeks ago he passed away. We still miss him evey day. It was the best dog we will ever have. He was the bravest dog and the sweetest dog you can Imagine. He wasn't afraid of anything, what a character. He was en Will be my soulmate forever. Rip Mickey.
Awe!😭So sorry!
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@@brendairby9910 thx
I am sorry and understand. Had 2 Westies...first one lived til age 10, 2nd lived til age 17!
Best companions ever. I miss them both, especially my 2nd who was in my life for 14yrs. When/if you are ready, get another Westie. Both of mine were great companions.
@@chardeputy5149 Thx after more than a year i we still have a lot of grieve but we have managed ourselves now to look for another westie,though it's still very difficult. And how about you?
My Westie is 17 years old and still going strong. She is very sociable, has had lots of off lead walks from a puppy. She loves people especially those with treats in their pocket! The family have all grown up and left home and she loves when they visit. Her name is Nicki.
My Weatie is 10 years. I was happy to hear about your dog being 17 years. He is so loveable but a little crazy.He will not let me out of his light. He knows so much of english and seems to be able to read my thoughts.His name is Butch.
@@gessed He sounds so cute. Sadly our dear old girl passed away last week- 17 years 8 months old. She was dearly loved and brought so much joy to our family and so many friends over the years. We have been pulling out all the photos and videos of her we can find and sharing them around. Make sure you take heaps along the way, give daily exercise and maintain their teeth.
I am happy now because mine is 14 and happy , her name is ruby
Treats? We call the "yum yums" and she surely knows what those are... at present she is 10 and has a fatty tumor on her thigh but is still active and very social pup...
Got damn he like 110 in human years 😂
I had a westie dog for 17 yrs. He died a few months ago and I really miss him since then. This is my first Christmas without him. I love you always blaze. 🐶🕊
I had a westie for 16yrs. Just had to
Put her down. I’m heartbroken. Best dog ever. Very loving and smart. Definitely will get another
*I have never known a more loyal breed than a Westie.*
Agree 💯 👍👍
So true.
Yes. YES. Yes. They. Are. The. Best. **"':;!!!!;🐾😁🐾😊🐾☺️🐾😄🐾😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕❤️
Anyone feel that they tend to be super loyal to only one person? Ours was only excited to go on walks with my mom and slept next to her and followed her everywhere.
This is my 2nd one. Mac my 1st Westie was very friendly & very smart. He passed away in Feb.I say after you have had Westie you never want another breed. They are VERY smart & very loving they . I never saw a dog as a Westie with small kids. I love my new Westie but Mac will always have a warm spot in my heart. I live alone & they get very attasched to you,mine don't like me being out of his site.
I'll love my westie until the end of my time x
So agree with you, William. My Sparky just passed away last month, and I am just so lost without him. He was the most loving, sweetest and gentle little dog who offered immense levels of comfort. I'd go to sleep, and he would be at the far end of the bed. If I got up in the middle of the night, he was snuggled up in the small of my back. I too, live alone, and I have no doubt that when the time is right that I will get another Westie boy.....and maybe a girl, too.
I lost my beloved Westie back in April. She was 12 years old. The loss was more painful than any of human loses I’ve endured. I’m still not able to see any of her videos. I miss her so much. 💔
Same I lost my westie on January could not cope for ages was lost with out her
This is so saddening. I'm sorry for your loss! I can only imagine how you feel. I love my Westie more than most of my own family! My boy means everything to me and I cry like a wuss at the mere thought of ever losing him. He's 7, with lots of allergy issues. I spare no expense at the vet's office to give him quality of life. He's a super happy, strong, brave, and loyal companion!
I'm very sorry for your loss
Sorry to hear about that :(
I am sorry to hear about your wee Westie. I know how you feel. My Westie, Molly passed away last June. Our wee cheeky faced brave furbabies will never be forgotten.
My Riley lived 16 years and was precious! He never got sick, but did lose his hearing and eyesight a year before he passed. My husband and myself will forever miss him. ❤️😊
I had a westie mix. Named snowy. She had live with us for 13 years. See this type of dogs surely brings back memories. Miss her so much ❤️
The dog I had as a child so always have soft spot for this breed.
I love my wee westie rascal. He understands when we communicate with him. He is brave kind and humorous. I love my Koa.
Koa?!??! Awww that is just tew mutch!
No other dog breed out there is better than the Westie with small children. Best dog i have ever had or known.
When I look over and watch my Westie nap I find my happy place. Truly a gift.
haha. A sleeping westie is the best
Does he bark a lot? Considering this against the Maltese
@@zealheals She. I mention it because people often mistake her for a male. One of the things I enjoy about my Westie is she doesn't bark much at all. Unless you're a squirrel-then it's game on!
My westie kept me entertained 24/7. What a great breed. He had brothers, a Toy Poodle, a Bichon Frise and a T Cup Chihuahua, We all slept together and everyone got along just fine. His name was "Tickerboo."
They are my ABSOLUTE FAVE.
I have one in fact it’s laying on my bed right now and snoring any ways there the cutest things in the freaking world
Haha same
Dreya Osaka omg that was 10 months ago.. update i got another westie i have 2 now;)
And my lovely dug growls when I move in my bed ?
My grandparents had a Westie called Westie 😂. Best friend in the whole world. Definitely going to have one called Westie when I’m older to remember my best friend. Love you Westie boy and I know you loved me because you never left me alone 😂😂❤️
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I have a westie! I have had westies for over 30 yrs. my first one lived for 17 yrs. the best! My current westie is a little girl ! I love them ! They are the best doggies ever! They don’t shed they are loyal and lovers!
I had one for 15 years. I miss her a lot
I had also a westie ,Marley! He passed away last month . I missed him a lot especially his adorable eyes .I would like to adopt another one but I don’t want to replace him. Westies are the best dogs and need only love from their owner!!❤️❤️
They really do live ling, thank god. Our little Phoebe is 15 years and 3 monts old. And our neighbor has 14 year old Westie as well. They are absolutely amazing ❤️
Yes my childhood westie was a year older than me and didn't pass away until I was 16.
I searched up westie for the warzone yter and i saw this. No regrets :)
Where we dropping?
I grew up with a westie❤️ I named him Mcduff, was the best dog and I miss him every day😢 He lived till the age of 14❤️
For his “hunting skills” he chased the cats at the farm 🤣
So they don’t like cats???
They are the best dogs
Once you have a westie you’ll never have anything else 🥰🥰🥰
Oh yes, difficult to switch after you fall in love with westies, obsessed with my girls❤
Yes. Yes. They are OWSAM and. The. CUTEST. *"'':;;!!! 🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕❤️
Yes. Yes. Yes. 🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾💕♥️💕♥️💕♥️😄😁☺️😊😂😂😂😂🐾🐾🐾🐾😁♥️
My Dad has an 11 year old male Westie and he is a wonderful little man. Affectionate,confident,playful with a happy nature and unlike say a Retriever or Lab that is content to lay in the corner until called he wants to always be part of any activities a definite pack member.
We couldn't ask for a better dog with the character and personality this little lad has.
My westie is 16 next month, had her since I was a child 💗
I’ve had a westie for 13 years and she passed away a week ago. She was the best thing in my life. She even called me when she was at her last moments so I could be with her.
I want a westie so much! Been in love with their cuteness for years now. Ahhh, one day... 😌
Get one, i highly recommend it
Get a Westie! I had 2 and they were both Excellent companions.
Does a Westie shed?
Loyal and fearless for how small they are, great dogs
My Westies name is Una and she’s such an amazing dog! 10/10 great dog with other animals and small children!!
My 3 year old Westie Bella loves treats, hotdogs, rolling in deer poo and going for rides. She don’t like the dark or being lonely. She don’t mind baths or going nite nites. She’s quite the character. Very smart.
I have a Westie, his name is Eddie
I love him so much
My westi passed away AT only the age of 7. I miss him so much😢
@@victoriat9084 How did you lose him so soon? My husband and I are purchasing one after much research, we have always had dauchsunds so this is new territory for us. I'm buying from a reputable breeder, but am worried about health since I've read that cancer is somewhat prevalent in this breed. We hike alot and want a pup that can go off leash occasionally we were always able to train our dauchsunds to stay close we have a aussie that helps with that in the beginning, but she is getting old. It's a big decision and just want to get feedback from folks that are familiar with this breed.
@lisa j I’ve never have pets before, even I was scared to be near around dogs, but something happened to me and I decided to get a dog and I got a westie, I bought from a proper breeder as well, my Westie Name is Weeler, when Weeler was 6months we found out that he got locking jaws, he got excess grown jaws, it looks so horrible when I saw the x-ray, the vet said it cant be cure but just to let it stop by itself when he is 1yo and the vet only gave pain killer medicine, it broke my heart to see my pup like that thinking about his pain, when Weeler was 9months I decided to get another Westie for his compagnion and at that time I didnt think at all that the other Westie will get the same issue, I just wanna hv another. So We got this girl and named her Weenona. Before Weeler reach age 2years we spent at least almost AUD10k for vets, not only for his Jaws issue but he has skin issue as well but thank God it wasnt that bad, also in 1 yr he got 2x surgery from grass seed which stuck on his paw, every single days I always check both of them closely, their ears, paws, when I saw him lick one of his paw excessively then I will be suspicious and brought him to vet and whatever that is even only small things I always worry and travel to vets a lots. Different again with Weenona, amazingly she is very healthy girl, I took her to vet only for vaccination and couple of time ear infections and it wasnt that bad, the rest she is fine. Now both of them 5yo and Im so glad both of them are healthy. Compare to some other Westies Weeler it wasnt that bad apart issue with his jaw but its fine now, some other Westie has skin issues but to me all those disease could happen to any other breeds and lots of other Westies are perfectly fine like my pups besties Sandy, Robbie and Jamie the other westies, but to be honest to train them is one big Good Luck as they are very stubborn 😅 they trained me 🙈
lisa j I have a westie her names Misty.
She’s never had anything wrong with her except worms and that’s fixed easily, she’s 3 years old at the moment. I don’t know how easy they are to train to stay close as we don’t really hike. Misty knows how to sit and stay there. Though these dogs love their owners and are not very scared of things. When I got misty I took her on her first walk and accidentally dropped the lead I ran after her and when she got to the road she just stopped. And sat there so I think that they have some common sense.
I have one too! His name is Snoop
My Westie is all that but very stubborn. Just can’t train him to fetch. He loves to be with our cats. He is a great guard dog, always letting us know if there is any noise outside though his bark can be a bit much sometimes. Had to keep him away from our late rabbit bc of his hunting instinct. He is not a cuddle bug but is a loyal companion, always by our sides except for when we are outside. Had to keep him on the leash, or we would need to chase him down (he is a fast runner). Love him dearly. He is 13 this year and has slowed down just a little bit. Lol.
Very informative information. Our Westie was socialized from the date we received her. Grace is 4 yrs old now and the best doggie ever ❤
I Love Westies so much
I had 2 but lost 1 of them in September 2019 to cancer age 12.5 years old. His brother is doing okay even though we both miss his brother.
I had a Westie about 10 years ago. He was a very sweet dog. I thought he was so pretty with those big black eyes. His name was cotton. Wish I had another one. We got a silky terrier after that...he was one of my favorites too. Our Westie was hard to keep clean...he was always digging for mice/ moles etc. But was a very good dog. I can love.any dog. I would like to have 1 of each!❤️
The west highland terrier is actually my patronus. Love them so much :)
same. I want one named Luna
Me too!
my westie is now 13 years of age- turning 14- shes been outside basically all her life and shes the 2nd last dog i have thats still here of 7 ( the other one left we gave to our friend to take care ) and we have recently just started putting her indoors (because i wanted to keep her happy and dry from the rain) and I really hope that she lives a long time c:
(her name is dora, her brother?, who alrdy passed was called diego ^^)
"Brave, roguish, and self assured"
They said this in passing but you can't emphasize it enough!
Schnauzers, too.
Best dogs on earth…had one , Benson who lived to be 21 yrs old…my current Westie, Petey is 9 and kickin ass…he kills snakes, rabbits, frogs, etc….we have a stream in our yard and he absolutely loves being in the creek
They sure are full of character. Mine sticks by my side all the time when I'm home.
Shuggie is my 5 month old Westie baby, he came from a puppy farm and has a lot of problems including sight problems in one eye,due to urine burns , but his huge personality appeared very quickly, from being an abused and neglected terrified wee man, he is full of energy, loves everyone he sees, and is extremely loud, but is quick to learn is and tries hard to please, I couldn't love him more.
Absolutely adore my Westies ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I have a westie myself. She was given to my family when my grandad was diagnosed cancer. She is very loyal and HAS to be the centre of attention. She will climb on you when you sit on the sofa, or flop inter her belly for a belly rub. (She loves them) Her name is Pippa but she has the nickname Custard because we were playing headbands one day and she gave me the card that said “Custard”. She has just turned ten but is still as playful as when she was a pup. She is my best friend. She can even detect when your sad and will climb on you and support you. I wouldn’t want any other dog that her. My pup for life! 💖
Well done! I learned a thing or two from your video, even though I’ve been a lifelong lover of Westies and a owner. They are like a big dog in a small dog body. I’ve found (well, a couple of times and I’ve been told) that males tend to want a lot of cuddles at night, while the females, that are just as lovely, prefer time with the family in the evening but, perhaps on their own cushion. Thanks for the video!
You're so welcome, glad we could be of service!
That describes our male Westie perfectly. He makes sure he is not only in the bed with us, but under the covers right up against my back at night. He's determined and won't take no for an answer LOL.
My darling Hannah was given to us as a small puppy. She grew up in an abundance of children, and her name name became Nana. I loved her for more than 16 years, and she passed in 2005. Was thinking of getting another, but there are no more children, and I am so old...
Ali Colorado She sounds like an Angel. My Sassafras lived 12 years and died in 2017. I was just crying thinking of all the dear memories she left us with. I hope I live long enough to get another Westie. But, God only knows that.
Omg so true I wish my female would cuddle in bed! She likes to cuddle on the couch while I’m watching tv! Still good tho :)
I’m getting a dog if I get good grades in my report card which not to brag or anything but I think I’m doing pretty good I really want a Westiepoo
Sounds like a FUN dog...keep up the good work during these difficult times...hang in there and take good care of your Pup...
El Westie es una gran mascota y puede vivir en un departamento bien. Los paseos son importantes y todos sus cuidados en general.
Best breed ever xx
I met a Westie years ago named Draco. I loved that dog. The moment we first met we were best friends. Such a fun dog...
I love my Westies! They are smart and loyal sweethearts. 💖👍💖
I have one and it is the cutest softest dog u will ever see
I loved my Westie best dogs ever 💜
Lovely video. I am blessed to have my two westies, they inspired my whole life, carrer and leasure, its all about them.
Two Westies. So jelly
Westies captivated my ♥️
I will be a Westie mom one day. I absolutely adore this breed.
I love my westie
My westie LOLA was lost and abandoned in a Mexican village in the middle of nowhere, She finally found me and have a forever loving home… She’s the sweetest and laziest dog ever. Not many westies in Mexico 🇲🇽 so she gets a lot of attention, and she loves that … lol 😂 😍
Westies are the besties!
Had two Westies. The female is the smartest dog I know. It's cray that they exactly know what to do and which result/reaction their action will have. It's to the point where they lure you away just to take the very spot you just got up from to accommodate them.
We put our westie down a week ago because he couldnt walk and couldnt keep his poo and pee inside anymore. I love him to death and crying while typing this 😭❤️
I put my westie down about a week and a half ago :( he got dka and was throwing up everything even water!! i miss him so much!! you arent alone
So sorry for your loss. I hope things are getting easier. We used to take our Westie (now 17 and somewhat wobbly) to the annual West Highland picnic day at a property in Dural, Sydney. One year she won a race (she knew there'd be a treatie at the other end!) and one year she won the fancy dress- she wore a hooded cape (little Red Riding Hood style) with two holes for her ears to stick out, woof-like. She looked very cute and had a small basket with hidden treaties to keep her focussed. What fun we had in those days.
So sorryfor your loss. I know how ypu feel.
@@samanthaespinoza8648 what is DKA? Diabetic keytone acidosis
I still can't even visit him because it still makes me heartbroken.. My little Toby dog...I wanted a female at first and when I watched the puppies, I wanted this adorable male because he was carrying a child's tea cup around and I knew I had to have him. Best decision ever. Westies are very cuddley and loving. I miss my toby every day.💔
I believe this is one little dog that people do not want to underestimate. They're adorable and tough from what I can see. This is probably one of the only little breeds that I would ever really own. And yes I'm a grown man saying the face is probably one of the most adorable things and I ain't afraid LOL.
Westie’s are the best, can’t disagree with anything that was mentioned in the video! Definitely hard work but so rewarding 🥰
excellent guard dog wow
I have my baby boy Orion ...
I don't have any kids and I don't have a lot of friends with kids either, i think that's why he is not so good around little ones. 😬
But I love him so much, he is the cutest, smartest little thing !!🥰🥰💕💕💕
My westie Wally loved this video.
I have a puppy named Hector, and used to have an older dog (16 years!) named Jock.
8LACKCAT I had one called jock too! 18 years :,)
8LACKCAT that’s such a cute name!!!
My late girl saved a bird. Charlie was my life. Its 4 years and i still cry how much i miss my baby.
My dog is a Westie and she is 1 year and 2 months old! Her name is Daisy and the loves to be outside and to run and play! She also loves to meet new people!
Love those Westies and I love mine!!!
Such an amazing dog...Westies are the best!!!!!!!! I bought my son one when he was 5 years old. The local pet shop owner recommend this breed for children as the #1 and he was right cause Spickey was great.
I have a Weston called lady, convinced she’s the best dog ever
Jack Marsden of course she is!!!! (Well, aside from mine😊)
Mine is sleeping on my head 😂while I watch this
My westie apples i love her so much she 14 yrs old n i just find out she has lung disease im so hurt over it i love my baby so much
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@@melianapan thank u so much but we lost the battle jan3 2020 at 11.10 am my baby pass away im so hurt some days its hard to just get out of bed i never love another animal like that again maybe because i consider her my child instead of a pet heaven has an awesome westie
I have a Westie and her name is Messi. No wonder her physical appearance is small. A westie is small indeed. But I love my Messi because she is very friendly and active. ☺️❤️
The star of this video is so typical of these wonderful and crazy dogs .
An unbelievable bossy and big chief .
Not exactly the best for walking in the street , in their own in open land .
A supper character , that will fill your life with the greatest of happiness.
Always the chief .
Wonderful dog!
I have the second male westie, such a boy kind of dogs
I never saw my husband cry until our Westie died. He was inconsolable. It's true about their hunting drive. We had a chipmunk problem under our front stoop. One day after gardening , I was headed inside with the dog and he had killed and neatly laid out the chipmunks for me. Problem solved and the rabbits took the hint too.
I just love my Westie named Nina. SUPER sociable--enthusiastically greets everyone (it's 10 months old, so I'm wondering if she'll outgrow this trait). So sociable that she's introduced me to new friends. :) She does bite and bark a lot, though both are improving (that bark is penetrating, and I mean LOUD). But it's just a very affectionate companion which I think we'll be my favorite canine freind of all time.
Mine passed away a few years ago, I miss mine a lot
I had a westie named Zoe. I miss her.
Beautiful and wonderful Westie dog. ❤️♥️❤️👍🏼
I look after a westie while my friend is at work. When he goes home I feel a little lost.
Love a Westie.
We had the best Westie ever, we lost her on 11/11/22 , just shy of 15 years. We are devastated and need a new pup! Westies Rule!!
I have a West puppy
I can't stop watching this awesome video :)
Mines so stubborn when we first got him if he’s sniffing something and I try to get him to walk he just lies down and continues to sniff
Same 🤣
Same with my male Westie
And checking out every fire hydrant.. tree.. telephone pole in the area... Vet says that is how Westie check out their Facebook pages... ha.ha. I say..
Westies are the best dogs in whole dogs world Gucio my 2.5 old Gucio confirms this thesis
I have one, she’s called Mitzi. She’s *adorable.*
Surreal Teal omg i my childhood westie was called mitzi:(
If you decide to get a Westie. Can I advise you join the Westie Advice Group on Facebook . They are great with many experts on the breed with a view to natural diets and non toxic medicines that vets like to prescribe !
The best dogs to ever step foot on this planet!
I usually pick him up so he can get in on the up-high fun we are having up on the couch. He is very appreciative of my help...unlike the one which we do not speaketh her name.
Love this!
love my westie
I have a Westy too! But, he is kinda different. Well, he only has a circle-shaped ears but the others have a triangular shape. :0
Hi 👋 animal wise we have a Westie and she is wonderful she loves everyone likes to be fussed 💔 your video she is called molly we love her 🇬🇧❤️David
I have a 7 year old westie called archie❤️