West Highland Terrier

[elephanto]

Have never had a dog but as I am now retired I am able to have a Westie. Need help on "Doggy layette" and I would like to get in touch with someone who will be thinking of their Westie having pups early next year. North Yorkshire if possible.

[lankeela]

Try http://www.champdogs.co.uk click on Guided Search, then Terrier Group, then West Highland White Terrier. You will find a list of breeders listed with their areas, but please make sure any breders contacted do all the relevant health checks for the breed, particularly making sure their other dogs do not suffer from 'Westie itch' which can be due to hereditary causes.

The Kennel Club site also has a list of Westie clubs and the secretaries will be able to give you a list of breeders with puppies who are club members.

A good breeder will be able to help you with information on what you need to get before taking home your new puppy, and will be willing to give ongoing advice throughout the pup's life.

[lankeela]

Link to Kennel Club Breed Standard and list of clubs (scroll down):

http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/item/89

[bigmamma]

Awwww, I just love that phrase " Doggy layette " :-)