Westie Rescue

Please support the following westie rescue sites if possible. They are committed to assisting every WestHighland Terriers  in need of a new home.

http://www.westieclubamerica.com/rescue  – Their  Mission  is to support and guide those  Clubs of America affiliated individuals and groups who rescue, foster, rehabilitate, and find new and permanent homes for unwanted West Highland White Terriers.

http://www.heartlandwestierescue.org  – The purpose of Heartland . is to locate, foster, rehabilitate and place any West Highland White Terrier that is without a home
http://www.westierescueca.com  -From California, a not-for-profit-organization is active in providing breed education, rescue, fostering, medical and adoption services for abused, abandoned, neglected and/or homeless dogs. Love the watermark on the site.

http://www.westierescuescheme.org.uk/  – Welcome To The Westie Rescue Scheme Official Online Homepage of the UK Registered Charity for Rescuing and Re-homing Unwanted Westies.

 

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Westie Health – What Are The Major Concerns

An important fact for us humans is that we should be able to live a reasonably health life if we take reasonable care with  ourselves.  Ensure and get  the mandatory amount of exercise and eat healthy overall.

I know this as we all like to indulge at times and I also think this is important. Thus for our pretty pets, whether it’s west highland terrier puppies or dogs ; they should live long and healthy lives provided that we give them correct care. This also include the normal veterinary checks and other important requirements as and when needed. However, just as us humans can and do, our westies can fall victim to health issues like allergies to more significant issue like cancer.

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Homage To The Westie

(c) Guardian uk – Mark Baynes

I came across this great article which is unusual but just so entertaining and pays homage to our great west highland terrier. Please find below my summary of the article which I hope does it justice:

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Westie Videos Updated

Please remember to have a look at our Westie Videos page at:

http://www.madaboutwesties.com/westieblog/westie-videos/

They have been updated for your pleasure

Don’ t Underestimate West Highland Terriers

Pets referred to as westies are actually west highland white terriers. Many pet lovers raise westies as lap dogs because of their soft, dense all-white coat.

However, these pets despite being small and cuddly wound want to be treated more than a lap dog. West highland terriers are intelligent creatures as can be seen by the penetrating gaze of their bright, dark deep-set eyes.

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Ground Rules For Westie Owners

TO ALL NON-PET OWNERS WHO VISIT AND LIKE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT OUR PETS:

(1) They live here. You don’t.

(2) If you don’t want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture. That’s why they call it ‘fur’-niture.

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Westie Dogs and Your Kids

Westie Dogs

There’s something especially lovely as well as special regarding the connection involving children and Westie dogs. Growing up with a dog companion can educate kids that responsible proper care giving is actually worth the work, for that love as well as devotion that they get back in exchange.

A loyal west highland terrier will teach a young child a feeling of trust and also safety which will continue into human relationship. Westies are excellent play partners, protectors as well as pillows and they’re often available to listen closely and also sympathize whenever moms and dads, teachers, close friends plus siblings simply do not understand.

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West Highland Terrier Puppies – The Best Way To Play Safely With Them

West Highland Terrier Puppies

Much like children, west highland terrier pups learn by means of play. Actively playing games together with your west highland white terrier puppies makes a chance to coach them to comply with your instructions, provides them beneficial exercising, plus helps to improve their strength, co-ordination, as well as speed. It’s also enjoyable for everybody.

Before you begin actively playing games, there are a few guidelines you need to know, plus safety measures you need to consider. Your own westie puppies should truly run, not merely stroll on a lead, though be certain any kind of area you play around includes a fencing. If they’re town pet dogs, try getting a fenced-in tennis court with regard to play.

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Westie Owners – Consider These Ground Rules

The following was found posted very low on a refrigerator door. I do think it must be considered.

Dear Dogs and Cats: The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.

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Hypoallergenic Dogs – Are Actually Allergic To Your Own Westie Dog

Hypoallergenic dogs – This might come as being a shock for you, yet are you aware that 10% of persons are allergic to most dogs. In accordance with a study within the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, it is believed that around 10% of the population can be hypersensitive to animals.

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