The West Highland White Terrier and its Fate, Then and Now

The West Highland White Terrier and its Fate, Then and Now

by Jack Richardson

Full of spunk and dauntlessly courageous; these and more are what makes the West Highland White Terrier an absolute charmer and enthusiastic little gamer. This dog is widely recognized for having a short, brilliant white hair, compact little body and fearless spirit. Tagged as well as "Westie", this little diminutive charmer has a wide base of admirers and the number continue to rise by the day.

A lot of dog owners favor the West Highland White terrier today but going back in time, it is but a pity and a shock to learn that they weren't so favored as they are today. In Scotland, where this breed originated, they were merely treated as worthless, least productive and scruffy dogs of peasant and poor workers. These cruel and unjust assessments then widely prompted the people of that time to abandon, famish, and ultimately executing these poor terriers.

Thanks to the influence of a soft- hearted man of rank, however, that this creature was saved from harshness and was started to be noticed as one having unique abilities and useful strengths as a watchdog and vermin hunter. Col. Edward Donald Malcolm of Poltalloch, Scotland was the first man to give importance to this breed and so it was called the Poltalloch terrier then. Col. Malcolm developed several colored terriers but it is the white colored one that gained the most concentration for this typical color is the most useful in bushes and woods setting.

It is believed that the Westie of today came from other Scottish terriers such as the Skye, Cairn, and Dandie Dinmont. And with the endeavors of Col. Malcolm, this breed came to be and a club was organized in 1905, Col. Malcolm being its first chairman. In 1906, the club gained distinction from The Kennel Club and was given the name The West Highland White Terrier club; by 1908, the breed was recognized as a part of the American Kennel Club in the US.

Being a typical terrier, the Westie is readily game, hardy, fairly affable to new people, playful to children; active, self-assured, and feigns companionship. It's common for this breed as well to be inclined in running, playing, and chasingaround small animals such as cats; it is never to hurt other animals but that this terrier loves chasing them around but merely as a form of entertainment. If surrounded by other dogs, this breed will interact just fine for it is never touchy and antagonistic, but rather affable and possesses a high self-esteem.

The Westie is cutely covered by hair but only 2 inches long of dense, soft, and brilliantly white pelt. Generally, the breed stands 10-12 inches in height and they have soft and thick undercoat and course top coat. Grooming the Westie requires daily hair brushing and regular trimming especially its hair on top of its head; this brings out the round shape of the Westie which seemingly adds to its cute and lovable appeal.

This dog is also tractable, is a natural showman within and is fairly intelligent; truth is, it wins a lot during obedience and dog show competitions. As per its health, just like any other creatures, it requires everyday walks in order to exercise its body fairly and to prevent them from learning negative behaviors. Daily walks, however, are not enough for this pet needs the right amount of playtime so as to enhance its physical and mental fitness.

The West Highland White terrier, despite its morbid and pitiful past, is streaming with accolades and favors nowadays. Clubs for this breed are popping out in almost every city in all parts of the world and this additionally proves the adoration the pet receives today. Without the effort of the Malcolm family, this animal must not be of existence now and we would have never known a sweet, charming, and protective little dog called Westie. - 20511

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