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          "  Westie News!  - No: 9"

"Thoughts from a Westie household. For West Highland White Terrier lovers everywhere! "

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IN THIS ISSUE:



1) Editor's Thoughts

2) Reader's Story - Steve and Karen Moore

3) Readers Question:

4) New Book For Westie Owners


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1) EDITOR'S THOUGHTS!


Hi. 

As always I do hope this issue of the newsletter finds you all well. I was reminded about health because I was 
reading a post from one of our forum members called Janet.

It can be viewed at:

http://www.crazyaboutwesties.com/forum/index.php  


Regarding good health, I say this because I have had a long
period of sickness and it something that I have never forgot.
It will at times rock you to your foundations. 


That's why I try to covey that you should value your 
good health. It is another reason why I wrote my new
book at:

http://www.madaboutwesties.com/kindthoughts.html  


We need more stories of your Westies. Please go to:

http://www.crazyaboutwesties.com/forum/index.php  

and post your questions and stories


Look forward to hearing from you.



Jeff
webmaster@madaboutwesties.com

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2) READERS STORY:

Hi Jeff


Yes we successfully downloaded Mad About Westies and already we have read loads of great and useful information.


We have 2 Westies,a male called Alfie who we have had since he was 8 weeks old and we also have a bitch called Gypsy who we have had since just before last Christmas. Both of them are 18 months old.


Gypsy had a major operation on her cruciate knee ligament on one of her back legs a couple of months back but she is doing great now. The vet said that it was an old injury but wasn't easily noticeable when we got her. The operation cost a lot of money but she's worth it.


Gypsy also suffers from a skin condition which is best described by my vet as oily skin which leaves what I can best describe as quite large dark flakes in her coat although this doesn't bother Gypsy as it doesn't cause her to itch.

We bathe and groom her regularly which keeps it under control but if you have any bright ideas they would be greatly appreciated.


Both Alfie and Gypsy are totally different characters, he is very much an in your face type of dog but without being over the top, he is also highly intelligent and absolutely loves to `help` me or my wife around the house especially if it's something he hasn't 
seen before.

Gypsy is much more laid back but she can still have a mad half hour and we love them both to bits. Dogs have been a part of our lives right through growing up and throughout our married life and Westies are the best by far.


I could talk about them all night but through fear of probably boring you to death I'll leave you now and just say thank you very much for all the great information in your book.

Thanks again


Steve and Karen Moore from Yorkshire (The best English county) England



Please remember to send in your quotes and stories
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3) READERS QUESTION!

a) Question Posted On the Forum: - Westie and Barkie

Hullo 

I know that the West Highland Terrier barks a lot. It seems to be part of the package. 

I would appreciate any suggestions on how I could make him bark less 


Susie

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b) Reply Posted by Karen

Hi Susie 

I was reading about training to stop barking recently. 


Unfortunately, I can't remember the exact exercise, but basically, when the dog barks, ignore him, don't make eye contact, don't speak to him and then when he's quiet praise and reward him. They bark to seek attention. 


This will probably take some time to implement but if he's not getting the attention he desires and gets attention when he is quiet then he should eventually get the message that quiet is good 

But then again, he is a westie and anything could happen 
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Karen 




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4) NEW BOOK FOR WESTIE OWNERS 

Just finished my NEW book called "101 Kind and Positive Thoughts For westie Owners On Rough Days!"

I am so pleased with the feedback given. 


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Ever had 'one of those days', you look into the eyes of your Westie and that adorable little white ball of fur instantly puts a smile on your face?


"101 Kind and Positive Thoughts For Westie Owners On Rough Days!" 

does just that - a plethora of insightful quotes from the famous and not-so-famous, couple with Jeff's witty comments and the all too familiar scenarios, is guaranteed to put a ray of sunshine into anyone's dull grey day


Karen Hartnell

http://www.portraitsofpets.co.uk  
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Jeff 

"I found the book to be enjoyable and supportive at this time. I have read it during my visits to see my sister in hospital." 

Thanks



Carol Utley 
Sherwood, Arkansas, USA 
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Hi Jeff 

Just been on holiday and have read 

" 101 Kind and Positive Thoughts For Westie Owners On Rough Days" 

and found it to be very enjoyable, fullfilling, moving, entertaining and funny.


Cheers 

Steve Moore from Yorkshire (The best English county) England
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You can view the details
at:

http://www.madaboutwesties.com/kindthoughts.html  




Please send in your questions, stories and photos;

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Take care of yourselves and above good health.


Jeff Cuckson
Editor
Westie News

webmaster@madaboutwesties.com

Copyright 2005 © Jeff Cuckson. 
All rights reserved. 



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(Disclaimer: Any information contained in this site relating to various medical, health and fitness conditions of Westies or other animals and their treatments is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own veterinarian. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing the health of any animal. You should always consult and check with your own vet or veterinarian.)