Fun Facts & General Care
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PersonalitySome dogs were bred to retrieve, and others to sit on the lap of royalty. Westies were bred to "go to ground" and kill critters the size of a fox and smaller, working in packs with humans. Because of this, Westies:
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Westie health
All breeds come with health issues specific to that breed, and Westies are no exception. Like people, dogs can have a wide range of health problems: some hereditary, some environmental, some minor, and some severe or even life threatening. The following are some of the more common health issues that Westie breeders are concerned about and try to avoid (to the extent possible) in their breeding programs:
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Feeding
You will find many different opinions on the subject of what to feed your Westie. As a matter of fact, there are as many opinions on what to feed as there are types of food. Keep in mind that dogs sometimes have allergies and in many cases these allergies have a food-based component. Consistency is key. If you choose to feed a commercially available dog food, and there are may quality varieties, it is best to feed a premium dry dog food only (better for the teeth) and to maintain your Westie on the same food (do not switch around as you would with a cat).
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