around 12-15 years
The average life expectancy of a West Highland White Terrier is around 12-16 years. With proper care, nutrition, and regular veterinary check-ups, they can live even longer.
It varies with the breed of terrier. Jack Russells have been known to make 20yrs.
a Healthy wesite can live up to the age of 15 or 16 less healthier westies only last too 12-14 If your westie has skin infections and they are on steriods they usually live to there about 13-14 years of age
I believe that he is a West Highland Terrier, but I am not certain. Yes, definitely a West Highland White Terrier. These dogs get LOTS of skin problems (probably most common breed we see with skin allergies) and can be pretty yappy and snappy. yes it is a west highland my favorite kind of dog they are very cute cheerfull and lovely, but in that commercial he is all groomed and in normal life he wouldn't be like that yes it is a Weat Higland terrier because when i first saw this i checked and it is. btw... the West Highland terrier is adorable
West Highland White Terriers (aka: Westies) can live for 12 - 14 years.I own a West Highland White Terrier (Westie) who is 17 years old and shows no sign what so ever of slowing down. She is wonderful
My Female Westie lived a long 15 1/2 years with "joint problems". And only needed rare Rimadryl or Valium ( as a muscle relaxer)
My darling westie Mack lived until his was 15 1/2 years old, he died on 20/07/2010. He was a fantastic and very special little friend and I miss him so so much. We have a westie named Maxi who is currently 19 1/4 and going strong.
'Westie' is the abbreviated name for a dog called a West Highland White Terrier. It's a West Highland White Terrier. West Highland White Terriers are furry coated dogs, with dots for coal black eyes and button noses. Why are West Highland White Terrier puppies sought after by many dog lovers? Because these friendly creatures are well-behaved, loyal and affectionate dogs, who may be pocket sized (average a 10-11 inches tall), but are highly intelligent animals. You won't have a hard time training these dogs, whether solely as house pets, or for show. Their keen intelligence makes it seem like play. However, they learn better and best to training sessions that are done on a schedule. Brush their white coats two to three times a week, to keep it shiny and clean. If you do intend to enter them for competition, make sure your pet is regularly trimmed, plucked and stripped of his or her coat. A West Highland white terrier lives an average of 15+ years, and usually has a litter of two to five puppies. What is the history behind the West Highland White Terrier breed? This breed originated in Scotland developed in the high mountains of West Scotland, to hunt vermin. They claim a common ancestry to the Scotch Terrier. References to the existence of the West Highland White Terrier can be seen as early as the 18th century, like one painting done by Sir Edwin Landseer. The piece entitled "The Breakfast Party" clearly features the West Highland Terriers. Another name of the West Highland White Terrier, is as the Poltalloch terrier. The name refers to the home of Col. E.D. Malkolm, the first breeder of these breed. In 1907, the breed then registered as the Roseneath terrier, little Skye and Cairn. Then in 1909, AKC officially changed the breed's name to what it is known as today, West Highland White Terrier breed. In the past West Highland White Terriers, were considered to belong to the one breed, with Dandie Dinmont, Skye, Cairn and Scottish Terriers. However, although they share common ancestors, selective breeding resulted in the differences between their coat type and colors. A surprising fact about this breed is, given that the West Highland White Terrier was originally bred to traipse the steep and rugged mountain sides, Westies are well adjusted to today's living conditions. As long as they are walked several times a day, they are good apartment dwellers. It's not that hard to see then that the West Highland White Terrier definitely qualifies as one of man's best friends. Hope this helps and by the way I own a westie THE STORY OF WESTIES Hi, I own a westie bitch and she is awesome!! Let me tell you their story short but full of info... Temperament: loyal, highly intelligent, playful, don't like to be treated as dressing puppets, full of energy, full of affectionate love, have a giant heart, like other dogs, like other people, don't prefer cats or little children, easy to spoil Keeping: easy and full of fun. trimming 2-4 times a year, brushing once a week is enough. if gets dirty, wait till dries and than just brush dirt off. Health: can have many kinds of skin allergies but its more common to the animals older than 10. Mine doesn't have any yet and I hope never will
The life span of a Bedlington Terrier is 12 - 14 years.
Very loving, loyal, obedient, one of the best dog breeds that I've had in years. One thing remains - it loves adventure and exercise. So be prepared to commit to daily walks.
The life span of an Australian Terrier is 12 - 14 years.