What Can I Expect From A Westie?

For prospective and new parents of a West Highland Terrier, also know as a “Westie.”  Westies are one of those little breeds that makes you thankful they are small in size.  Those guys have a whole LOT of attitude in that LITTLE body!  Despite their small stature, they can make wonderful watch dogs.  A parent that wants to adopt a Westie better bring a strong will to the table.  The last thing anyone wants is for a Westie to be in control.

Typically, Westies are good with children, easy to train, and fairly accepting of strangers.  They are wonderful companions, and they love to travel.  Male Westies weigh in in the 15 to 22 pound range, while the females are smaller, barely moving the scales around 13 to 16 pounds.  😉