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- AKC group
Terrier
- Size
Small
- Height
25–28 cm
- Weight
6–10 kg
- Energy
High
- Energy notes
High for their size. Walks, play, and earthdog-style games are better than being carried as a handbag.
- Trainability
Moderate
- Coat
A harsh, straight white outer coat about five centimeters long and a shorter, soft undercoat.
- Origin
Scotland
- Temperament
Friendly for a terrier, but still independent, vocal, and sure it is in charge of the garden. Westies usually enjoy people and can live with other dogs if raised together.
- AKC group
Terrier
- Size
Small
- Height
25 cm
- Weight
8–10 kg
- Energy
Moderate
- Energy notes
Moderate. Daily walks and a chance to investigate bushes satisfy many adults.
- Trainability
Moderate
- Coat
A hard, wiry outer jacket and a dense undercoat, typically in black, brindle, or wheaten.
- Origin
Scotland
- Temperament
Aloof with strangers, devoted at home, and not a natural mixer at the dog park. Scotties have a dry humor and a low tolerance for being treated as toys.
