West Highland White Terrier

Terrier · small

Westies are confident small terriers with cheerful personalities and plenty of energy.

Breed characteristics

Breed group: Terrier
Size: small
Weight: 13–22 lbs
Height: 9–11 in
Life expectancy: 13–16 years
Origin: Scotland
Temperament: confident, friendly, spirited
Exercise needs: High
Grooming needs: Average
Trainability: High
Hypoallergenic: Yes
Good with children: Yes
Good with other dogs: Yes
Apartment friendly: Yes

West Highland White Terriers enjoy walks, games, digging, and exploring. Their terrier instincts can make them enthusiastic hunters.

Their wiry white coat benefits from regular brushing and trimming or hand stripping.