People That Have A Westie (west Highland White Terrier), What Were Your Experiences With Them?
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We are thinking about getting a Westie to go along with our Yorkie. I have heard they are similar in energy and quirks and we have had a blast with our Yorkie.
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I was in the same situation, back in ’87. Had a Yorkie, about 18 months old, picked up a Westie pup. They got along just fine, the biggest part of two dogs getting along is you doing your part right. Make sure the first dog is given just slightly more privileges, this prevents any dominance issues, as the more dominant dog is known from the beginning. Little things, like putting the Yorkie’s food down first, letting him out & back in first are all that are needed.
I found that my Yorkie was a little more laid back than my Westie, but this can be an individual dog difference. My Westie was a bit more of a hunter & digger, these are common terrier traits.
I have an Aussie terrier that is almost 14 months old, just brought another Aussie pup home last night. There are some things you can do to prep the existing dog for the new one. For about a week before, ease up on the attention to the existing dog. When the new pup comes, kick up the attention level for the existing dog, the dog will relate the new pup to good things happening.
This doesn’t have to be anything big, we cut off sleeping in our bed for a week with the older one, and stashed a few of his many toys. You also want them to meet on neuteral ground, some place the existing dog does not see as his territory, and have the pup handled by someone your dog does not know for the first meet & greet.
Him & the new pup, who we haven’t even named yet, are getting along great so far, this is a good sign. Separate crates and eating areas are a must, spend just a bit more attention to the existing dog, it doesn’t take much. Make sure you also spend individual time with each dog, especially in regards to training.
Ugh.
My has been HORRIBLE.
He has honestly been the worst dog I’ve EVER had.
He doesn’t listen, was a pain to potty train, stubborn, hard headed, barks non stop, digs holes in our backyard.
Even though I love him, I’ll never have another.
Also, they are wayyyyyyyyy to hyper for a Yorkie. My parents have a Yorkie and my Westie tries to trample their Yorkie.
Maybe look into a calmer breed.
hyper!!!!
heres a website about them http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/westhighland.htm