Dog Adoption
How to Re-home Your Pet [Step-by-Step Guide]
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Find out how to re-home your pet responsibly. Learn the steps to ensure a safe and smooth transition for your pet into a new loving home.
December 3, 20251,024 views
Find spirited Westies needing new homes. Connect directly with owners who need to rehome their feisty companions.
Discover the rewards of giving a spirited terrier a loving home
Big Personality
In a small package
Loyal Companions
Devoted to their people
Good Size
Portable and adaptable
Sturdy Build
Hardy little dogs
Westies have gorgeous white coats that become a source of pride for their owners. Regular grooming keeps them looking their best and provides wonderful bonding time. Their coat care routine becomes a relaxing ritual that both you and your Westie will enjoy.
Westies love to express themselves and keep you informed about everything!
Regular grooming becomes special bonding time with your beautiful companion.
Sturdy terriers with centuries of Scottish resilience and spirit.
Smart terriers who bring personality and character to every day.
Understanding adoption fees and what's included
Confident companions ready for adventures
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Spirited dogs with established personalities
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Gentle souls ready for peaceful companionship
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Unique dogs with extra love to give
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Adopting an adult Westie costs 60-80% less than buying a puppy. You save $700-$2,500 while giving a dog a second chance. Plus, you know their exact health status and temperament.
Give a spirited terrier a second chance at happiness
From search to forever home - your pet adoption journey in 4 simple steps
Browse through verified pets looking for their forever homes in your area
Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs
Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match
Complete the adoption process and give a loving pet their forever home
Browse through verified pets looking for their forever homes in your area
Message owners directly to learn about the pet's personality and needs
Arrange a safe meeting to see if you and the pet are a perfect match
Complete the adoption process and give a loving pet their forever home
The trusted platform connecting loving homes with pets in need
All pets and owners are verified, ensuring safe and transparent adoptions.
Communicate directly with current owners to understand each pet's unique story.
Find adoptable pets in your area for convenient meetings and visits.
Access health records, behavioral notes, and care requirements upfront.
Thousands of loving pets are waiting for their forever homes.
Start AdoptingReal stories from dog owners who found perfect companions on Petmeetly
I met Aoife and her family and decided to adopt her from them that day. She’s a dream puppy!
Cynthia
New York, US
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Marsha Mohan
Illinois, US
Hi, yes, everything went great! A very nice young lady met with me and got KC. I had never heard of this site before, but I’m so glad it exists. It’s very hard to find a place to show and sell puppies. Thank you so much for all your help—I’ll happily pass along the name of this wonderful site, which I think is very cute. Thanks again, and may God bless you all!
Dana
Virginia, US
A simple, supportive process to welcome your new terrier home
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Everything you need for a perfect match with your Westie
Create the perfect environment for your new terrier to thrive
Proactive care for a lifetime of terrier spirit
Beautiful Coat Care
Keeping their stunning white coat pristine
Dental Wellness
Preventing periodontal disease
Regular Grooming
Professional care every 6-8 weeks
Mental Stimulation
Keeping terrier minds engaged
13-15 Years of Partnership
A long life of terrier spirit
Grooming Investment
Regular professional care needed
Hardy Terriers
Generally healthy with proper care
Expert advice on adopting and caring for rescued West Highland White Terriers
Find out how to re-home your pet responsibly. Learn the steps to ensure a safe and smooth transition for your pet into a new loving home.
Download our complete dog adoption checklist to prepare for your new pet. Ensure a smooth, joyful transition into your loving home.
Get answers to common questions about adopting West Highland White Terriers responsibly
West Highland White Terriers become available for adoption when life circumstances change. Common situations include families relocating, seniors transitioning to assisted living, or owners developing health conditions. These spirited terriers are looking for loving homes where their terrier personality and loyal companionship will be treasured. Many are well-trained adults ready to bring joy to their new families.
Adoption fees typically range from $100-$700. Young adults (1-3 years): $250-$700. Adults (3-10 years): $200-$600. Seniors (11+ years): $100-$300. Special needs often free-$300. Fees usually cover spay/neuter, vaccinations, and medical care. Much less than buying a puppy which can cost $1,000-$3,000.
YES! Rescued Westies make wonderful pets. They bring spirited terrier charm, loyal companionship, and endless personality to their new homes. Benefits include: established temperament you can see, past the energetic puppy phase, often well-trained and socialized, grateful for their second chance. These confident companions thrive with families who appreciate their independent spirit and joyful nature.
Key joys of Westie ownership: spirited terrier personality that keeps life interesting, loyal and devoted companions, portable size perfect for any home, intelligent and trainable with positive methods, beautiful white coat that's a joy to maintain, adaptable to various lifestyles. Perfect for those who love confident, characterful dogs with big personalities.
Find loving dogs of various breeds waiting for their forever homes
Give a spirited terrier the second chance they deserve. Your feisty friend is waiting.