Comments for West Highland White Terrier Savvy

Comment on Shihtzu Or Westie? I Know All Dogs Are Different? by Jessica L

Jessica L — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:37:44 +0000

I have friends who own shih-tzus, and an aunt who used to breed them, and I have to say that they are equally friendly. Both breeds are very sweet, and just ADORE people.
In regards to trainability, the westies are a bit more high strung than the shihtzus, but thats just a part of their terrier nature.
If you don’t mind a bit more effort being put into training him not to bark, then a westie is pretty much the same as a shihtzu. The westie coat is VERY coarse though. It isn’t anything like the fluffy little shih tzu.

Comment on Shihtzu Or Westie? I Know All Dogs Are Different? by Remi- betrayed by sticks

Remi- betrayed by sticks — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:04:41 +0000

I prefer Westies. They seem to be more easy going and trainable than shihtzus. This is my opinion, though, I don’t own either.

Comment on Shihtzu Or Westie? I Know All Dogs Are Different? by Oceanlvr

Oceanlvr — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:57:22 +0000

If I were you, I would go to a local humane society, animal shelter, or rescue and talk to the people that work there about what you want in a dog.They’ll be the best help for finding the dog that is perfect for you. It all really depends on the personality and temperament of the dog, who will be friendlier, easier to train, etc. Talk to the people at the shelter and they’ll be able to find you the dog that fits what you’re looking for.
Good luck!

Comment on Shihtzu Or Westie? I Know All Dogs Are Different? by Anna E

Anna E — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:04:12 +0000

Right now I own a Cairn Terrier (which is very closely related to the Westie)and a Shih tzu. The Cairns require less grooming and from personal experience are smarter dogs, but seems to be a bit stubborn while training. He also is territorial and has definite likes and dislikes where people are concerned and even though he has been around children his whole life (he is 6), I don’t trust him around kids entirely.
My Shih Tzu on the other hand loves every body right away, even kids, but is dumb as a box of rocks (or maybe he just acts that way). We can’t train him to do anything, and he barks incessantly when he is outside. He requires a lot of grooming as well. If I had to choose an easier to train breed, I would choose the westie, as for being friendly, the shih tzu.

Comment on Should We Get A Puppy? by Yogi and Me

Yogi and Me — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:35:11 +0000

if you never had a puppy, consider doing some research on dog training and potty training before getting one. They are fun but a handful and I would take a few days off from work to get the puppy used to the house and you family. They also can’t hold their bathroom habits as long as a 9 year old dog. So if your previous dog is an indoor dog, this one will not be able to hold til lunch (average of 2-3 hours when a pup is younger) and also look up puppy proofing your house, they teeth and chew everything in sight if they are not trained.
I really love watching my dog grow up but I did have lots of sleepless night for the first few weeks. (it’s like a new born)

Comment on I Am Looking For A Pet Store Or Breeder In Central Tn That Sells West Highland White Terriers. Ideas? by k_karial

k_karial — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 23:05:27 +0000

Check these sites and local shelters.

Comment on Should We Get A Puppy? by J

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:48:26 +0000

I work from 9am to 5pm, Monday-Friday and close to a year ago I got a 2 month old puppy (great dane mix). I crate trained him from the start and drove home every day a lunch to let him out, pet him and walk him. Then I’d give him a big walk as soon as I got home. Also a small walk in the morning before I left. He did great w/ this. He went pee in his crate the very first day but that was the only time. At a year now, he is well adjusted, very friendly, well socialized and happy. I do make a strong effort to spend a lot of time with him on the weekends and while I’m not at work.

Comment on I Am Looking For A Pet Store Or Breeder In Central Tn That Sells West Highland White Terriers. Ideas? by hollee M

hollee M — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:33:32 +0000

http://www.petfinder.com all you have to do enter your zip code.
I can’t tell you many other places cause I don’t know what county or your zip code.
Petsmart has an adoption center.
Hope this helped. Best of Luck

Comment on I Am Looking For A Pet Store Or Breeder In Central Tn That Sells West Highland White Terriers. Ideas? by sparklin

sparklin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:32:16 +0000

http://www.breeders.net/WestHighlandWhit…

Comment on I Need Agility Names For My Blue Merle Aussie Girl.? by BCDawgMa Luv My Chynna

BCDawgMa **Luv My Chynna** — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 15:59:42 +0000

In AKC or ASCA agility you would use her registered name (name on her AKC/ASCA registration papers), they also ask the dog’s call name. Any other agility organization, you register her with that organization with her call name. These are the names you would use on her agility entries. Agility folks don’t really get into the “cutsey” names like breed folks. Just sayin’.