The West Highland White Terrier is a beloved dog breed known for its confident, affectionate, friendly temperament and short, wiry coat. Classified as a terrier breed, the West Highland White Terrier is a small dog with an average weight of 15-22 pounds and a height of 9.5-11 inches.
This breed typically has a 12-16 year life span and requires moderate amount of exercise per day. As for grooming needs, the West Highland White Terrier has high grooming requirements.
In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the West Highland White Terrier’s personality traits, exercise and grooming needs, as well as common health issues associated with the breed.
West Highland White Terrier Breed Information
Breed Group: terrier
Average Weight (lbs): 15-22
Average Height (in): 9.5-11
Life Expectancy (years): 12-16
Daily Sleep: 12-14 hours
Size: small
West Highland White Terrier Appearance
Coat Type: short, wiry
Coat Colors: white
Size: small
West Highland White Terrier Temperament and Personality
Temperament: confident, affectionate, friendly
Trainability: can be stubborn, requires consistency in training
Exercise Needs: moderate
Grooming Needs: high
West Highland White Terrier Health
Common Health Issues: skin allergies, luxating patella, bladder stones
To learn more about this breed, visit our Dog Breeds category.
