Westie Puppies Blog

I found a really cute poem about a Terrier. Although it doesn’t say it is a Westie, the Terrier personality, that the Westie possesses shines through in this poem!

Terrier:

I am a little terrier dog
As feisty as can be.
So don’t you come in to my yard
And don’t you mess with me!

I know my rights, I have my ways,
I’m always on the go
(Not like some dogs I could mention
Who are lazy, fat and slow).

Devoted to my owners
And of that there is no doubt,
But strangers? I may let them in -
But I won’t let them out!

I’m a cocky little terrier dog
As you can plainly see,
But if you want a loving friend,
then that is really me!

Liz Heslop

It is always teh best thing to choose a premium diet that agrees with any dog’s digestive system and keeps his coat shiny is sufficient for nourishment. However, it has been noted – and it is important to note here as well- that this breed is allergic to almost all grains and most proteins. So it is a good idea to let them get used to Wellness brand fish and sweet potato dry food. Another good idea is to gie them WetNose pumpkin cookies. Even if your Westie is initially okay with grains and red meat, he/she may develop allergies to those things later on and there is nothing worse than increased veterinary bills due to chronic allergies!

Westies are definitely “big dogs in little bodies”. They are oh so willful! It is a known fact that terriers the most willful type of dogs, and Westies are the most willful of all terriers!! So you must establish rules of behavior, just as you do with children. A firm “No!” should eventually get your point across. Westies are extremely intelligent, so training MAY be relatively easy. It isn’t that they don’t understand what you want. It is just a simple case of whether they CHOOSE to obey. Stubborn is their middle name!

Some Westies may come off as indifferent. Not unfriendly, just indifferent. Others openly love everyone, especially kids. So you could get either kind, or one with an in-between temperament. Don’t let anyone tell you that Westies aren’t good around kids. They really love children. That certain attitude and bullheadedness that can only really be labelled as”Westitude” is so unique to all Westies! Please do keep in mind that Westies, like with most breeds, socialization is absolutely essential. Familiarize your puppy with his or her world and new environment as soon as possible, although gradually. Meeting other dogs on walks as well as neighbors will make your Westie a self-confident member of the family. Watch for that Westie strut!! They will make you laugh that’s for sure!

Westies are prone to allergies. it has been noted that this breed is allergic to almost all grains and most proteins. So it may be a good idea to let them get used to Wellness brand fish and sweet potato dry food, and WetNose pumpkin cookies. Even if your Westie is initially okay with grains and red meat, he/she may develop allergies to those things later. Be vigilant about itching, scratching. Some Westie”s may also allergic to Autumn mold.

This Scottish little dog breed is prone to having problems with dry skin. Don’t bathe him or her too frequently as this may aggravate these problems. Washing once a month will suffice and this will generally not aggravate the problem. However, brush the coat of a Westie regularly.The coat of a Westie is two-inches long, all-white and is supposed to be uncurled. A soft, dense undercoat is present. Brushing is needed so as to keep the coat clean. Natural oils will become evenly distributed throughout the coat; thereby also helping to alleviate the dry skin problems. Another way to keep the skin hydrated is to wash them with a detergent-free, baby-soft skin shampoo. The best shampoo for Westies is Nolvassen, which is available from your vet. It is great, but not cheap. Weekly washing of the inside of the ears with cotton balls will prevent oil and wax from building up and ear infections from appearing. This is very important so please do keep this in mind.

More on Caring for your Westie in Mad About Westies

This amazing little dog is the topic of this blog, which was introduced to collect all information pertaining to this lovely little dog. Also known as the: Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrier and the White Roseneath Terrier, the West Highland White Terrier is a wonderful little dog breed that needs much more attention than is has gotten! Welcome!