Are West Highland terriers good pets?

Caring for your West Highland White Terrier. Westies are good-natured and loving family pets who adapt well to both countryside and city living as long as they get enough exercise. They’re clever and so can pick up on new things quickly. They’re eager to please which makes them a popular choice with first time owners.

Are Westies aggressive?

The study concluded that Westies are in the category of breeds that are characterized as ‘very high aggression, very high trainability and very low reactivity’.

Where can I find a Westie in need?

Westie Rescue USA is a national clearinghouse for reputable organizations serving West Highland White Terriers in need all across America. This site helps Westies in need, potential adopters, and rescue volunteers all over the USA find each other. This website is supported by Westie Rescue Mid-Atlantic Region, a nonprofit organization.

Where can I get a West Highland white terrier?

Westie Rescue USA is a national clearinghouse for reputable organizations serving West Highland White Terriers in need all across America. This website is supported by Westie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc., a nonprofit organization.

Which is the best breed of Westie mix?

17 Westie Mix Breeds You Will Love. 1 Westie Chihuahua Mix (Chestie) The Chestie also called the Chi-westie or Chiwestie is a toy-sized crossbreed of a Westie (West Highland White Terrier) 2 Westie Poodle Mix (Westiepoo) 3 Westie Cairn Mix (Cairland Terrier) 4 Westie Miniature Schnauzer Mix (Wauzer) 5 Westie Shih Tzu Mix (Weshi)

How big does a male Westie Terrier get?

Male and female Westies come in different shapes and sizes. The male Westie averages 15 to 20 pounds and stands 10 to 12 inches tall. A female Westie on the other hand averages 13 to 16 pounds and stands 9 to 11 inches tall. Before deciding to bring a Westie into your home, there’s several things that you need to know about this Terrier breed.