
West Highland Terriers
West Highland Terriers are a small dog and a pedigree breed. Also known as: Westy
Lifespan
12-16 years

Breed group
Terrier

Weight
Male: 6-9kg
Female: 6-9kg

Height
Male: 25-28cm
Female: 25-28cm

Pedigree
Yes

Other names
Westy, Westie, Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrie, White Roseneath Terrier, West highland white terrier

Breed Size
Small

Breed Type
Terrier, Hypoallergenic
Health tests available
Characteristics
Exercise needs
Medium
Easy to train
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Grooming
needs
Very high
needs
Good with
Children
Suited to all ages of children
Children
Health of breed
High
Cost to keep
Low
Intelligence
Medium
Tolerates being alone
Calm
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