| > | | | | thinking that owning a dog only requires once a day |
| Impulse buying often has negative effects, even in | | | | feeding and occasional grooming. Dog ownership is |
| the case of dogs. Find out the things to consider | | | | not just that. Constant supervision will be needed |
| before bringing home a westie... | | | | during the puppy's first few days at home. Training, |
| Many people are probably familiar with westies, a | | | | especially potty training, must immediately start to |
| breed of dog that is known for its white coat. | | | | prevent accidents in the house. Exercise, daily walks |
| Though they were originally bred to seek and dig out | | | | and on some breeds, daily brushing must also be |
| foxes, badger and other vermin, these small-sized | | | | done to ensure the pet's well-being. If you do not |
| dogs are now mostly companion dogs. Those who | | | | have much time to spare for these furry creatures, |
| are planning to get a dog, more particularly a westie, | | | | then you may need to reassess your decision. |
| must get to know the nature and characteristics of | | | | Lifestyle. One reason of the rapid increase of |
| the breed first before finally buying or adopting. | | | | abandoned dogs is lifestyle incompatibility. It's either |
| Potential westie owners must consider: | | | | the dog is too active for them or cannot keep up |
| Cost. This is very important when considering of | | | | with their active lifestyle. If you want a house and |
| getting a new member of the family. Apart from the | | | | travel companion, vermin hunter and petite yet |
| fact that a puppy can cost much, the list of the | | | | courageous watchdog, you will never regret having |
| things a puppy needs goes on and on. From the | | | | westies. Westies are very active indoors and will do |
| most important things such as dog food, food/water | | | | okay even without a yard so that is something you |
| bowl, leash, collar and dog beds to the | | | | may want to consider. If you are planning of having a |
| not-so-important ones, it is the owner's responsibility | | | | herding or working dog, better consider other breeds |
| to provide these things. Regular vet visits, | | | | such as border collies. |
| vaccinations and grooming must also be considered. | | | | Once you understand what it is to have a westie and |
| And when the dog gets sick, vet bills and medication | | | | know that you are capable of becoming a responsible |
| can mount quickly and may even go beyond your | | | | westie owner, there's no stopping you now. It's time |
| budget. | | | | to bring home that creature ready to offer you |
| Time. Many people often take this for granted | | | | life-long friendship, love and loyalty. |