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There's not much evidence to determine the exact history of the West Highland White Terrier, but many believe that the breed can be traced back to the seventeenth century and a small breed of earth dogs that James I of Argyllshire gave to the king of France. According to breed lore, the Westie's white color resulted from a tragic nineteenth-century accident that occurred while Colonel Malcolm of Poltalloch was hunting fox. The colonel accidentally shot and killed one of his wheaten-colored Cairns. Devastated, and determined to prevent such accidents in the future, he decided to breed only white dogs that couldn't be confused with foxes. The West Highland White Terrier has been known by many names, including the Poltalloch Terrier and the Roseneath Terrier, but he was officially recognized by the Kennel Club of England as the West Highland White Terrier in 1906. « Health | Next: Breed highlights »
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Dog Food Commercial
Have you seen the dog food commercial with the West Highland White Terrier? It is adorable! I don't even know what brand of dog food they are selling. LOL! |
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Sep 12, 2008 9:29pm by saverlady53 view |
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Would love an older Westie
My adorable Westie (Sir Weston III) passed away on Aug. 26th of this year. I really miss his companionship. Would love an older Westie wh... (continued) |
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Sep 12, 2008 9:25pm by saverlady53 view |
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