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West Highland Terrier |
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| Our female pictures | |||
| Our male pictures | |||
| Our baby pictures remember | |||
| Pictures of female pup of Girouette | |||
| Pictures of males pups of Girouette | |||
| Available pups | |||
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| Frequently asked questions | |||
| Description | |||
| Characteristics | |||
| Personality | |||
| History | |||
| Behaviours | |||
| Physical and toileting needs | |||
| Available pups: | |||
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2 males are available. Born on
december 04 from the Girouette mother and the Roméo father. The pups will be able to leave around the
beggening of february.
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| Frequently asked questions | |||
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Our english texts were translates by an automatic translator. Sorry for
the formulation erreurs. The West Highland we see in books is usually groomed. The trick Westy, form a circle around the head and leaves appear after the pointy ears. This cup is very difficult, you will find an experienced professional, if you want this look. But anyway, the hair shaved or plain length (look Old Maid), it is also very beautiful. The term wire is used to describe his coat. It is larger and rougher than the normal. It has the advantage of not tangle easily. Moreover, he rarely needs to be washed. often good enough to scrub it white again become white. Yes, the West Highland is now considered anti-allergen, at least for people allergic to fur. For you must know that there are 2 TIPES allergic to dogs. The most common allergy hair, who may very well be a westy. But unfortunately, for what is allergy to the saliva produced and secreted by the skin of dogs, dogs that do not lose hair, secretes an advantage that other dog, so may cause more allergy ... The Westy is always cheerful and good humor, his tail is always carried high in motion. His gait and his gait is still proud. This little dog has no malice. Sometimes some Westy likes to bark, he will fix it quickly because it is quickly used. It is a Terrier therefore, beware of holes, also the need to discipline it. A yes claws, they are very hard, he will cut them so regularly, to prevent it Graffigne the beautiful wood floor. |
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| Height: | Weight: | ||
| averages 11 inches (male); averages 10 inches (female). | 15 to 18 pounds. | ||
| Description | |||
| A sturdy, hardy, compact little white terrier with small, erect, sharply-pointed ears and a black button nose. The skull is wide and slightly rounded. The blunt muzzle has a defined stop and is a bit shorter than the skull. The dark eyes have a keen expression. The hair on the head is clipped for a shaggy, rounded appearance. The teeth should meet in a scissors or level bite. The top of the back should be straight and level. The length of the back between the withers and root of the tail is slightly less than the height at the withers. The undocked 5-6 inch tail is carried gaily. The Westie has a double coat. The hard- textured outer coat is about 2 inches long, always pure white. It is not supposed to be silky or soft. | |||
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| Characteristics | |||
| Will accommodate to a household with children, but does better in one without. A quick daily brushing, and shaping and scissoring every three months will keep the white coat looking its best. The coat sheds dirt and mud naturally. May chase a cat for fun, but usually not really to hurt it. Some males are combative with other males. Likes to bark and dig. Easy to travel with. | |||
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| Personality | |||
| Lively, ardent, sunny and outgoing. Delightful and alert. Self-assured, cocky and spunky. Knows he's wonderful. Playful and happy. Devoted to his family. May snap when irritated. Not as willful as many of the other terrier breeds. | |||
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| History | |||
| The West Highland White Terrier may have been developed from a few naturally occurring white Cairn Terrier puppies in mid-19th century Scotland. Though bred originally for controlling the population of rats, fox, otter and other vermin, this charming terrier is now mostly a companion dog. | |||
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| Behaviours | |||
| Children: Best with older, considerate
children. Friendliness: Fairly friendly with strangers. Trainability: can be very difficult Independence: independent. Dominance: High. Other Pets: Good with other pets if raised with them from puppyhood. Combativeness: habitualy Friendly with other dogs. Noise: fairly barke |
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| Physical and toileting needs | |||
| Grooming: Regular grooming needed. Trimming & Stripping: Skilled trimming or stripping needed. Coat: Wiry coat. Shedding: Very light. Exercise: Moderate exercise needed. Indoors: Very active indoors. Apartments: Good for apartment living. Outdoor Space: Does all right without a yard. Climate: Does well in most climates. Owner: not Good for novice owners. Longevity: Long (12 or more years). |
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