The busy Westie is happy, curious, and always in the thick of things. It is affectionate and demanding, one of the friendliest terriers. It can be vocal and can dig.
Upkeep
The Westie enjoys the outdoors, a short to moderate walk on a leash or a good game in the yard every day will meet its excercise requirments. Its wire coat needs combing two to three times weekly plus shaping.
Health Major concerns: globoid cell leukodystrophy, Legg-Perthes, CMO, skin disease
Life span: 12-14 years