West Highland Terrier Breeders

I live in alberta, and I am going to be getting a westie this summer, preferably from a breeder nearby, does anyone know any good westie breeders in the area? And also, what aere some of the good and bad things about westies, please share your experiences with the breed. Thanks (:

The AKC Standard says that the West Highland White Terrier is "possessed with no small amount of self-esteem."
Indeed. Along with the Cairn Terrier ("Toto" in the Wizard of Oz), the West Highland White Terrier is what many people picture when they hear "terrier."
The Westie is everything a terrier was designed to be. Sturdy, spunky, and bold, he needs his daily walks and interactive play sessions. Yet he is easier to handle and friendlier than some other terriers. He can adapt to any home in which he can be a full participant and busybody.
Quick to announce anything amiss, including visitors, the Westie usually proceeds to welcome them inside with a gaily wagging tail. West Highland White Terriers can be bossy with other dogs of the same sex, but otherwise coexist with other dogs and cats more readily than most terriers.
Rabbits and rodents, however, are in for a stressful (and probably short) life, along with wild critters who venture into the Westie’s yard. He will pursue with tenacity anything that moves and cannot be let off-leash except in a safe, enclosed area.
Assertive but cheerful, with the typical stubbornness and cleverness of a true terrier, the Westie must be shown that you are in charge, else he may become demanding and testy when he doesn’t get his own way. He does respond well to consistent discipline and to obedience training that utilizes food rewards.
West Highland White Terriers can be possessive of their food and toys, and they are determined diggers and barkers.

If you want a dog who…

Is small, yet sturdy and tough — not a delicate lapdog
Has a natural appearance
Needs only moderate exercise
Makes a keen watchdog
Doesn’t shed too much
Is easier to handle, friendlier with strangers, more amenable to training, and more tolerant of other pets than most terriers are
-A West Highland White Terrier may be right for you.

If you don’t want to deal with…

The dynamic terrier temperament (see full description below)
Potential aggression toward other animals — strong chasing instincts
Stubbornness
Digging holes
Barking
Regular brushing and clipping
A considerable number of potential health problems
-A West Highland White Terrier may not be right for you.

http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/westhighlandwhiteterriers.html

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/westhighland.htm

My westie is pregnant and I need to buy her a whelping box i am not here so you can tell im a backyard breeder cause im not my dads is a bloodline breeder so he is going to sell the pups.

It needs to be at least 4 ft. X 4 ft. so there’s room enough in it for the person who is assisting in the whelping. Other than that, I best shut up. (Don’t forget to install a pig rail)

Looking for a lil Westie pup. Anybody recommend some reputable breeders around syd?

go on the internet and search: west highland white terrier breed club
from that there should be a contact number for a person involved in the breed who is passionate and will point you in the right direction

Good luck

I’m looking for a west highland white terrier breeder, would anyone recommend Storybook westies?

Thank you!!

I think I just threw up a little.

They’re crap – scuzzy backyard breeders. Avoid them at all costs.

No GOOD breeder of Westies would have their website address as: http://www.westiesforsale.com That SCREAMS puppy mill

No titles – no genetic health tests – no show pictures – no working pictures – they’re just PETS who happen to have genitals and so far the b*tch hasn’t died whilst whelping, so they’re using her as an ATM. For shame!!

If you want to know what to look for in a breeder, visit this page: http://joannareichertphotography.wordpress.com/a-bit-about-responsible-animal-welfare/to-breed-or-not-to-breed/

are there any west highland white terrier breeders in or near MA????

No reputable breeder would sell dogs over the internet. Here are lists of REGISTERED breeders in America:

http://www.westieclubamerica.com/breederlisting.html

Good luck!