How do I get my Westie to stop licking his paws?
The weather and your bathing habits for your dog also play a role in their skin health, and you can try asking your veterinarian for a lotion that you can rub into their paws each day. This lotion can help to alleviate the dry skin, and your dog should stop licking as a result.
Can you take Westies on long walks?
As they are a small breed, up to 1 hour of exercise a day should be sufficient for the Westie. As with many lively Terriers, they’ll never say no to more walks… He has very high energy levels, so he often requires long walks or playtime.” – Mel, Owner of Zeus.
Why do dogs lick their paws excessively?
As with other dog behaviors, there can be several reasons that lead dogs to lick or chew their paws. These include injuries; skin problems; environmental, parasite, or food allergies; and boredom or anxiety.
Is it possible for a Westie to develop allergies?
I have to be honest: the fact is that most Westies will develop some allergies as they age. No, not 100 percent of them will, but enough to make the probability high among the breed. Like people, these dogs can develop sensitivity to allergens like pollen, dust mites and mold.
Which is the best breed of Westie mix?
17 Westie Mix Breeds You Will Love. 1 Westie Chihuahua Mix (Chestie) The Chestie also called the Chi-westie or Chiwestie is a toy-sized crossbreed of a Westie (West Highland White Terrier) 2 Westie Poodle Mix (Westiepoo) 3 Westie Cairn Mix (Cairland Terrier) 4 Westie Miniature Schnauzer Mix (Wauzer) 5 Westie Shih Tzu Mix (Weshi)
What makes a westiepoo a good watch dog?
Westiepoos are intelligent, sociable and loving dogs that bond very easily and love human companionship. Although they are not aggressive by nature, they can become short tempered and wary around visitors and strangers, which makes them great watchdogs. Learn more about Westiepoos with our in-depth guide.
What do Westies don’t like to be touched?
Many Westies dislike having their feet touched. Some don’t like their back ends touched. Be careful with your new dog until you learn what they are comfortable with. Again, if they don’t like something, work at it slowing using treats and praise to help them overcome their fears and dislikes.
What kind of skin reaction does a Westie have?
Other allergic skin reactions include malassezia dermatitis, a serious yeast response that also brings on itch and skin coarsening akin to atopy. Some Westies fail to generate the necessary antibodies that normally fight this condition off. In such cases, the antifungal agents and frequent baths also provide relief.