ZippyPaws’ rope leash is a Westie Insider favorite. It’s the gold standard in the heavy duty category and specifically for Westies who pull and have keen earth dog and hunting instincts. We love it for rambunctious Westies as it’s easy to hold and grip. If your West Higland is calm, this probably isn’t the leash for you.
Westie Insider prefers utilizing both traditional veterinarians along with holistic vets. We believe the two work in tandem well. If your vet already incorporates alternative medicine, consider yourself lucky. Many holistic vets offer phone consultations.
This is our first post in a series about owning a Westie. It’s great for prospective owners to decide if this breed is right for them. We don’t gloss over anything. West Highland White Terriers by nature are earth dogs and some exhibit strong hunting instincts. This breed of terrier is very active and generally cannot go off leash.
It’s amazing there are still dog owners that don’t pick up their dog’s feces. Part of owning and caring for a canine, involves a lot of things that are not super fun, but you still have to do them.
These are some of our favorite gifts for the Westie lover. The best part is, you don’t have to own a Westie to love them. We chose several figurines for those interested in growing or starting a collection.
As a Westie owner, you know what it’s like to take your four-legged friend outside in frigid weather. Here are some of our favorites to keep warm.
The Voyager is one of our favorite everyday harnesses for a Westie. It’s designed for all-weather and easy for your Westie to step-in and step-out. Read why this is one of Westie Insider’s best harness choices for your terrier.
We launch this site as a source for all things Westie. Our team has owned Westies most of our lives and we are brimming with ideas and topics to discuss.