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    West Highland Terriers

    West Highland Terriers are a small dog and a pedigree breed. Also known as: Westy
    Lifespan
    12-16 years
    Breed group
    Terrier
    Weight
    Male: 6-9kg
    Female: 6-9kg
    Height
    Male: 25-28cm
    Female: 25-28cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Westy, Westie, Poltalloch Terrier, Roseneath Terrie, White Roseneath Terrier, West highland white terrier
    Breed Size
    Small
    Breed Type
    Terrier, Hypoallergenic
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    Medium
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Very high
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to all ages of children
    Health of breed
    High
    Cost to keep
    Low
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Calm

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