What is West Highland White Terrier?
[[File:westie.jpg|thumb|A West Highland White Terrier]] The '''West Highland White Terrier''' or '''Westie''' is originally a [[Scotland|Scottish]] [[dog]]. The Westie was first used for [[hunting dog|hunting]] [[fox]]es and [[otter]]s. The [[breed]] is well known for high [[stamina]], [[courage]] and [[agility]]. Westies have a double white [[coat (dog)|coat]] which protects them from [[wikt:attack|attacks]] and [[cold]] [[weather]]. They have dark black eyes. They are small dogs and are lively, playful and alert. They are [[Loyalty|loyal]] to their owner, but can be [[stubborn]] at times. They are known to kill small animals, such as moles, squirrels, chipmunks and birds. They like to be outdoors. {{Terriers}} {{biology-stub}} [[Category:Terriers]] [[Category:FCI breeds]] [[Category:Dog breeds originating in Scotland]]