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ladies and gentlemen gather around let's
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talk about the West Highland white
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terrier or as I like to call them the
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Westy these little bundles of fur are
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not just dogs they're a lifestyle a
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commitment and let's be honest a
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full-time job so here are 12 things all
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West Highland white terrier owners must
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never forget because if you do you might
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just find yourself in a world of trouble
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one they're not Just Pets their family
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first off let's get one thing straight
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your Westy is not just a dog it's your
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forget about leaving them home alone for
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long stretches they'll give you the
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silent treatment that could rival any
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teenager two grooming is essential these
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pups have a coat that requires regular
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grooming if you think you can skip a
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week or two think again you'll end up
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with a walking Dust Bunny that could
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star in its own horror movie The Return
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of the furry nightmare three exercise is
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non-negotiable Westies are energetic
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Little Creatures they need daily walks
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or they'll turn your living room into
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their personal racetrack trust me you
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don't want to be the owner of a
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hyperactive dog that thinks your couch
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is a trampoline four socialization is
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key if you don't socialize your Westy
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they might think they're the only dog in
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the universe this can lead to some
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serious attitude problems you don't want
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a pup that thinks it's the king of the
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dog park barking orders at everyone else
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five watch out for their stubbornness
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these little guys have a mind of their
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own if they decide they don't want to do
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something like come when called you
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might as well be trying to convince a
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rock to roll over patience is key here
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Six diet matters don't feed your Westy
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just anything they have sensitive
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stomachs and can be picky eaters a poor
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diet can lead to health issues faster
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than you can say vet visit stick to
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highquality food and watch those treats
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Seven health check ups are crucial
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regular vet visits are non-negotiable
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these dogs are prone to certain health
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issues like skin conditions and hip
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displasia if you think you can skip the
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vet because they look fine think again
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you'll regret it when they start limping
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around like an old man eight training is
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a must training isn't optional it's
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mandatory a well-trained Westy is a
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happy Westy and a happy owner too if you
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don't train them they'll train you to
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give them treats for doing absolutely
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nothing nine they love attention Westies
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thrive on attention and affection if
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you're not ready to shower them with
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love and Cuddles then maybe reconsider
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getting one they'll Suk like you've just
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taken away their favorite toy 10 prepare
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for their barking these dogs have a bark
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That Could Wake the Dead if if you live
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in an apartment or have close neighbors
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prepare for some complaints about your
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little alarm system going off every time
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someone walks by 11 be ready for their
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quirks every Westy has its quirks some
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might chase their tails While others
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might bark at their own reflection
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Embrace these quirks because they make
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your pup unique and oh so lovable 12
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love them unconditionally lastly never
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forget that your Westy loves you
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unconditionally unless there's food
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involved then all bets are off cherish
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every moment with them because they
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bring joy and laughter into your life in
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ways you never imagined so there you
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have it 12 things all West Highland
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white terrier owners must never forget
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remember owning one of these delightful
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creatures isn't just about having a pet
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it's an adventure filled with love
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laughter and yes a little bit of chaos
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thank you for being such an attentive
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audience now go home and give your Westy
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some extra belly rubs
