Are Dogs Allowed Inside Shopping Malls in Portugal?
We receive lots of questions from our email subscribers and our Instagram followers, so we’re taking some of the answers we give them and we publish them here, on the …
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Q&A: Is a Westie a good first time dog? Because of allergies?
We receive lots of questions from our email subscribers and our Instagram followers, so we’re taking some of the answers we give them and we publish them here, on the …
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Heimlich Maneuver for Dogs/Westies [Infographic]
This is a handy reminder of how to do the Heimlich maneuver for dogs (and westies, in particular). I found it on reddit, I don’t know the original source. Still, …
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Is Watermelon Good for Dogs? Westies, in particular
Well, I tell you one thing: Sami, our Westie, loves watermelon. Is Watermelon Good for Dogs? Is watermelon good for dogs, then? Yes, it’s amazing. It’s low in calories and …
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Westies and Coronavirus (COVID-19)
With all the news we get everyday about the coronavirus, one question popped up over and over for all westie owners (and pet owners in general): Can my Westie get …
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How Much Do Dog Kennels Cost?
As much as I would love to have Sami with me all the time, I know that there may come a time when I need to have him stay in …
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A Terrific Teacup Westie can be your New Best Friend!
People claim that owning a pet can be healing, especially if your furry friend is a dog. When I met Sami, I realized that this is true. Before owning Sami, …
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Westie Haircut Guide: The Right Time to Cut His Hair?
When was the last time you groomed your West Highland White Terrier? Please don’t say a while back because grooming is one of the most important things you need to …
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Impressive History of an Impressive Terrier Breed — The West Highland White Terrier
By now, you should know that West Highland Terriers are my favorite terrier breed. Exhibit A: My adorable Sami. So, why is his breed impressive? To find the answer to …
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Is Your West Highland White Terrier a Purebred?
While our 10-month Westie is a purebred, does that really matter? Okay, to some it might, but to us, it didn’t. However, if you have a Westie and aren’t sure …
Read MoreWestie Rescue Centers to Volunteer in the United States
Has your growing love for the feisty West Highland White Terrier awakened the volunteer spirit within you? I ask this because it awakened the volunteer spirit in me. I volunteered …
Read MoreAre Westies Good Lap Dog Breeds?
The small stature of West Highland White Terriers automatically makes them good lap dog breeds. With an adult Westie growing anywhere from 13 to 22 pounds, they would still fit …
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5 Best Dog Toys Your West Highland White Terrier Will Love
When I look for toys for Sami to play and enjoy, I consider the following three things: Dog toys that both me and Sami will enjoy together. Dog toys that …
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Getting a Westie Puppy — 7 Ways to Train Him
Sami is just 10-months-old. He’s still a wee little puppy! Now, I had the option to train Sami myself or go with the trainer route, I went with the latter. …
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7 Qualities in a Pet Dog: Your Westie
Before I got Sami, I found out through friends who had Westies what I should expect from him. They gave me a lot of useful information, which helped me prepare …
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Should You Get Abandoned Westies from a Rescue Shelter?
In Portugal, where we live, it’s not common to find Westies in rescue shelters. Because we really wanted a Westie, we got Sami, our puppy, from someone that had several …
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