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How to Groom a Westie: The Most Comprehensive Guide for Your Westie Puppy [+Video]

How to Groom a Westie: The Most Comprehensive Guide for Your Westie Puppy [+Video]

Adopting a Westie is one of the best things we have ever done. It has given our life so much joy and love. However, we ... <a title="How to Groom a Westie: The Most Comprehensive Guide for Your Westie Puppy [+Video]" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/how-to-groom-a-westie/" aria-label="Read more about How to Groom a Westie: The Most Comprehensive Guide for Your Westie Puppy [+Video]">Read more</a>

October 8, 2019 42 min read

7 Temperament Traits of the West Highland White Terrier Dogs

Before I got Sami, I read all the standard breed descriptions. “Confident.” “Friendly.” “Independent.” “Stubborn.” These words are technically accurate. But they don’t prepare you ... <a title="7 Temperament Traits of the West Highland White Terrier Dogs" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/top-temperament-characteristics-of-westies/" aria-label="Read more about 7 Temperament Traits of the West Highland White Terrier Dogs">Read more</a>

October 3, 2019 8 min read

Westie Skin Problems: Allergies, Treatments, and More [+Video]

Westie Skin Problems: Allergies, Treatments, and More [+Video]

When you have made the decision to own a dog, there are hundreds of breeds to choose from. Plenty of families love the idea of ... <a title="Westie Skin Problems: Allergies, Treatments, and More [+Video]" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/westie-skin-problems/" aria-label="Read more about Westie Skin Problems: Allergies, Treatments, and More [+Video]">Read more</a>

September 25, 2019 19 min read

Westiepoo and What You Need to Know About Them

Westiepoo and What You Need to Know About Them

A friend of ours has a Westiepoo, and every time we meet up, it’s impossible not to compare notes. We have Sami, a purebred Westie, ... <a title="Westiepoo and What You Need to Know About Them" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/westiepoo/" aria-label="Read more about Westiepoo and What You Need to Know About Them">Read more</a>

September 19, 2019 8 min read

How to Train a Westie Easily and Effectively

How to Train a Westie Easily and Effectively

Learning how to train a Westie gives you the ability to help your dog’s true personality flourish without them exhibiting any poor behaviors. As a ... <a title="How to Train a Westie Easily and Effectively" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/how-to-train-a-westie/" aria-label="Read more about How to Train a Westie Easily and Effectively">Read more</a>

September 17, 2019 9 min read

How do I groom my Westie?

How do I groom my Westie?

We’ve just published a really comprehensive guide for grooming your Westie! You can read it here! The West Highland Terrier, known as the Westie by ... <a title="How do I groom my Westie?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/how-do-i-groom-my-westie/" aria-label="Read more about How do I groom my Westie?">Read more</a>

September 16, 2019 8 min read

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How Much Do Westies Weigh? [+Video]

How Much Do Westies Weigh? [+Video]

When we first got Sami, I weighed him constantly. Every week, sometimes twice a week. I was paranoid about making sure he was growing properly ... <a title="How Much Do Westies Weigh? [+Video]" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/how-much-do-westies-weigh/" aria-label="Read more about How Much Do Westies Weigh? [+Video]">Read more</a>

September 16, 2019 8 min read

Training a Westie to Stop Barking — 6 Tips You Need to Know

Is your Westie barking at other dogs and just about anything that moves? Why am I asking this? Because Sami is a barker! He loves to ... <a title="Training a Westie to Stop Barking — 6 Tips You Need to Know" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/training-a-westie-to-stop-barking-6-tips-you-need-to-know/" aria-label="Read more about Training a Westie to Stop Barking — 6 Tips You Need to Know">Read more</a>

August 14, 2019 5 min read

Is a Westie Right for You?

No dog is a 100% good. They have a little bad in them. You need to know both the good and the bad to make up ... <a title="Is a Westie Right for You?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/westie-right-for-you/" aria-label="Read more about Is a Westie Right for You?">Read more</a>

August 9, 2019 6 min read

Does Your Westie Like to Cuddle?

Does Your Westie Like to Cuddle?

When I return home from a long day outside, I miss my Sami. He’s always waiting for me. And I pick him up and give ... <a title="Does Your Westie Like to Cuddle?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/does-your-westie-like-to-cuddle/" aria-label="Read more about Does Your Westie Like to Cuddle?">Read more</a>

August 5, 2019 6 min read

Can Westies Swim?

Can Westies Swim?

Westies can swim, but they are not very good at it. It is a common misconception that all dogs instinctively know how to swim and ... <a title="Can Westies Swim?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/can-westies-swim/" aria-label="Read more about Can Westies Swim?">Read more</a>

July 11, 2019 8 min read

Separation Anxiety: Can Westies Be Left Alone?

Separation Anxiety: Can Westies Be Left Alone?

Did you know that separation anxiety is common not only among Westies but all dog breeds? Most Westies, because they’re so social, suffer from separation ... <a title="Separation Anxiety: Can Westies Be Left Alone?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/separation-anxiety-can-westies-be-left-alone/" aria-label="Read more about Separation Anxiety: Can Westies Be Left Alone?">Read more</a>

July 10, 2019 7 min read

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How to Care for Your Westie: 5 Tips

How to Care for Your Westie: 5 Tips

Like all Westies, Sami is an active and energetic dog that requires regular exercise. Sami is a confident, independent, intelligent, and strong dog breed. His ... <a title="How to Care for Your Westie: 5 Tips" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/how-to-care-for-your-westie/" aria-label="Read more about How to Care for Your Westie: 5 Tips">Read more</a>

July 9, 2019 5 min read

Are Westies Prone to Cancer?

First of all, just to be sure: This is not medical advice. You should talk to a vet about your dog or if you want ... <a title="Are Westies Prone to Cancer?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/are-westies-prone-to-cancer/" aria-label="Read more about Are Westies Prone to Cancer?">Read more</a>

July 9, 2019 6 min read

Westie Rescue Centers to Volunteer in the United States

Westie Rescue Centers to Volunteer in the United States

We live in Portugal with our amazing Westie puppy, Sami. There aren’t too many Westies in Portugal and you can’t really volunteer at a Westie ... <a title="Westie Rescue Centers to Volunteer in the United States" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/westie-rescue-centers-to-volunteer-in-the-united-states-2/" aria-label="Read more about Westie Rescue Centers to Volunteer in the United States">Read more</a>

June 3, 2019 6 min read

Do Westies Smell Less than Other Dogs?

Do Westies Smell Less than Other Dogs?

West Highland White Terriers, or Westies, are great dogs. They’re playful, intelligent and have beautiful coats. The Westie is a white dog breed, originating from ... <a title="Do Westies Smell Less than Other Dogs?" class="read-more" href="https://westievibes.com/do-westies-smell-less-than-other-dogs/" aria-label="Read more about Do Westies Smell Less than Other Dogs?">Read more</a>

May 12, 2019 6 min read

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