Breed Overview
The West Highland White Terrier is a Small dog breed, with a starting weight of 15 lbs that can reach 24 lbs. It is officially part of the Terrier group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The West Highland White Terrier breed has a typical lifespan of 12 to 14 years, Short hair, and have Lite shedding. Breeders interested in the West Highland White Terrier should know that the average litter size is between 2 to 5 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 12-14 years |
Height: 10-11" |
Shedding: Lite |
Litter Size: 2-5 pups |
| Group: Terrier |
Weight: 15-24 lbs |
Hair Length: Short |
Size: Small |
West Highland White Terrier Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Terrier |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Small |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
Scotland |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
yes |
Hypoallergenic |
yes |
| Stranger Friendly |
yes |
Active Indoors |
yes |
| Apartment Friendly |
yes |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
none |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
excessive |
Dangerous |
no |
West Highland White Terrier Temperament
very independent and stubborn dog breed. Affectionate with its owners, the West Highland White Terrier can be timid around strangers and dislikes roughhousing.
Health Problems
patellar luxation, skin problems, hernias and liver disease
West Highland White Terrier Coat
West Highland White Terrier Dog Colors
white
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR