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About the West Highland White Terrier |
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History
The West Highland White Terrier originated from the West Highlands of Scotland. It is thought to have been developed around the turn of the 20th century.
The West Highland White Terrier evolved from cross-breeding a variety of other terriers including a strain known as Poltalloch.
The dog was nicknamed 'The Westie'. It was originally bred to work on the farms to catch vermin, such as foxes and hares. It was a very popular little dog in Scotland and very successful as a hunter.
The West Highland White Terrier as a pet
The West Highland White Terrier is a wilful and hardy little dog. It makes a good watch dog and an excellent companion. It thoroughly enjoy walking and travelling, and likes to use its rabbit hunting instincts whenever possible. |
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Height:
25-28cms
Weight:
7-10kg
Lifespan:
14 yrs |
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Colour:
pure white |
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Coat:
The whole coat should be dense with a softer, furry undercoat. |
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Lawrence Slicker
Medium Original
Original firm pin slicker for coarse and tangled hair, hardwood handle.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £3.50
Dollar price: $5.08 |
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Spratts Comb
No. 73
15mm fine tooth comb. Made from solid brass with heavy duty chrome plating. Made in Sheffield, England |
Sterling price: £6.50
Dollar price: $9.42 |
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Mars Stripper
Terrier stripper
The Mars 325 "Terrier Stripper", Bubinga wooden handle with stainless steel blade. Made in Germany |
Sterling price: £10.00
Dollar price: $14.50 |
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Grooming your West Highland White Terrier
Grooming requirements: The coat should be 5cm (2”) in length. Frequent clipping is required. Stripping only needs to be carried out twice a year. The coat should be brushed regularly with a medium-length bristle brush with a handle. The hair on the throat and under the neck should be thinned. The body, tail and legs need general tidying up with the tail tapering.
Tools required:
Medium size slicker brush, stripping knife, comb and scissors
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