West Highland White Terriers | Westies

GEAR & TOYS

Best Carpet Cleaning Machine for Dog Owners: Top Pick and Buying Guide.

by WI Writer on December 10, 2019January 6, 2020

Over the years, our editor purchased and used five different carpet cleaners. Dog owners know that even the most well-trained canines have accidents. We recommend Bissell’s Big Green 86T3 as the best carpet cleaner for pet owners. Read our real-life review.

Gift Guides

The Best Westie Christmas Ornaments for 2019

by WI Writer

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.

Wellness

My Westie Was Diagnosed with Diabetes: The First Week

by WI Writer

When your Westie is a puppy, you rarely think about what sort of health problems will arise later in their lives. I never thought of canine diabetes until my Westie was diagnosed with it. The first few days I had no idea what I was doing. I’d never even handled a syringe. It was a new way of life I wasn’t prepared for.

GEAR & TOYS Wellness

Year-Round Sun Protection | For the Human

by WI Writer

Westie Insider rounded up a few of our favorite sun hats – for the human. When you are outside with your Westie, sun protection should be year-round. We also showcase our favorite sunscreen for the face. We love being outside in the elements with our favorite terrier and we know it’s important to protect our skin, and faces especially, from too much sun exposure.

GEAR & TOYS

The Best Leash for Westies

by WI Writer

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.

Holistic Vets Wellness

Should A Holistic Vet Treat My Westie?

by WI Writer

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.

Behavior & Training

Do Not Get A Westie If….

by WI Writer

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.

GEAR & TOYS

Scoop the Poop

by WI Writer

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.