West Highland White Terrier Dog BreedingFind the Perfect Match

Excellence testing creates champions! Genetic screening ensures neurological perfection and liver health. Annual eye examinations maintain bright vision. Patellar evaluation celebrates agility. Hip X-rays confirm structure. Cardiac checks honor strong hearts. Skin evaluations support coat beauty. Your comprehensive testing creates thriving bloodlines!

Genetic testing empowers breeding excellence! Comprehensive screening for neurological and liver health genes ensures perfect wellness. Your proactive testing creates confident bloodlines free from concerns. This knowledge allows you to make informed breeding decisions that produce healthy, thriving Westies ready for adventures. Modern science supports traditional breeding wisdom!

Smart skin care creates comfortable, beautiful Westies! Regular grooming maintains coat health and catches any concerns early. Quality nutrition supports skin wellness from within. Environmental management reduces potential irritants. Many Westies thrive with simple preventive care. Your education about proper grooming techniques and nutrition helps families maintain gorgeous white coats!

Westies showcase stunning pure white coats that sparkle with proper care! The distinctive double coat provides excellent weather protection while maintaining beauty. Professional grooming every 6-8 weeks creates show-stopping appearance. Daily brushing becomes bonding time. Your guidance helps families enjoy the grooming process as special moments together. This breed's iconic white coat makes them instantly recognizable!

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (Westie lung disease) causes progressive scarring of lungs. No cure, ultimately fatal. Symptoms include coughing, exercise intolerance. Genetic component suspected. Affected dogs shouldn't be bred. Heartbreaking diagnosis.

Atopic dermatitis affects 25% of Westies. Causes intense itching, secondary infections. Requires lifelong management with medications, special shampoos, diet. Expensive to treat. Genetic component - avoid breeding severely affected dogs.

White shaker syndrome causes full-body tremors, particularly in young adults. Treatable with steroids but may need lifelong management. Not painful but affects quality of life. More common in white breeds including Westies.

No, though Westies produce less dander than some breeds. Double coat sheds moderately. Requires regular grooming. No dog is truly hypoallergenic. Individual allergies vary. Spend time with Westies before committing.

Craniomandibular Osteopathy causes painful jaw swelling in puppies 3-8 months. Self-limiting but extremely painful during active phase. Pain management critical. Most recover but some have permanent jaw changes. Genetic component suspected.

Westies are independent terriers bred to work alone hunting vermin. Intelligent but selective hearing. Not eager to please like some breeds. Require patient, positive training. Their determination makes them challenging but entertaining.