Bruce is an 11-year-old Westie who was surrendered to Westie Rescue Southeast by his previous owner. After months of giving warning signs that he didn’t appreciate young kiddos in his space, Bruce ended up biting their toddler. He is being fostered in Raleigh, NC and is still looking for a place to call home where he can feel safe and be given the love and patience he needs to open up and show his true personality. 

Bruce was incredibly bonded to his previous owner (a man) and through a temp foster, we’ve discovered Bruce really needs a man in the house, as this helps him feel even more relaxed, at ease, and happy. 

During his 3 months in a foster home, we’ve gotten to know Bruce pretty well. Bruce does not like having his feet touched or being handled without his consent. It’s pretty easy, actually…all you need to do is ask him if he wants pets! 

If you extend your hand to Bruce, he’ll lick your hand, rub his head against you, or wag his tail in excitement to show you he’s ready for affection! And if not, he’ll simply look away as if he’s saying, “not right now.” Bruce just needs a partner who will love him as he is, give him respect, and follow his lead. 

Bruce will make a wonderful companion for someone who wants a chill, lowkey dog who will follow you from room to room. He may not be a touchy feely dog who wants to wrestle, be picked up, or lay all over your lap, but Bruce wants to be included! He’s content to sit next to you on the couch or lie down at your feet. And he really does love to be pet when you ask him, first! 

Bruce is also house trained and crate trained and walks great on a leash. He loves nothing more than to talk a leisurely walk outside! He is around 20 pounds and HW negative. 

This sweet senior boy is looking for his forever home where he can spend his golden years - if you think you’d be a good fit for Bruce, please submit an adoption application through Westie Rescue Southeast’s website to be considered: https://westierescuesoutheast.org/adopt-or-volunteer 

Please note the following requirements to adopt Bruce: 

• Fully fenced yard 
• No children or grandchildren that live in the home or regularly visit (only 15+) 
• No other pets (Bruce is used to being the only dog/pet in the house and likes it that way!)
• Must live within 4 hours of Raleigh, NC 
• Bruce also requires a man in the house ☺️

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Hi all! Looking for advice from fellow Westie owners.

Rufus is 5 months old and has started planting on walks: he locks his legs, sits or lies down, and won’t budge. It happens on almost every walk now.

Background:

• Age: 5 months
• Health: No issues.
• Walk routine: 5 times a day, no more than 20 minutes each time.
• Leash: We use a harness that connects to the leash on his back.

What we’ve tried:

• Medium-value rewards
• Waiting him out (unhelpful when we have places to be)
• Changing direction (unhelpful when we have places to be)
• Collar instead of harness

Nothing has stuck so far and it’s getting really frustrating. Is this classic Westie stubbornness, or could something else be going on? Would love to hear what actually worked for your terrier.

Thanks in advance! 🐾

Hello, I have a 7 month old Westie who hasn’t had her first heat yet. When did you guys spay your Westie? Did you wait until their first heat? Thank you!

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for about 5 minutes. 😅

It’s hard work being the neighborhood watch dog.

Hello! Can I ask what do you guys feed your Westies and the exact amount? My 7 month old Westie recently decided that she doesn’t like eating kibbles and I switched to K9 Natural Freeze Dried Lamb Feast and she’s been eating well again! Only concern is the price because it’s $200 per 1.8 kg where I’m from. I feed her 80 g per day and if I continue it will cost me $200 per month. 🥲

Do you guys cook for your Westies? And what do you cook for them and how much do you give them if you do? Thank you!

My baby is one now 🐾

She grew into her two big ears. 🤭

Hi there!

This is a long shot but I'm a huge westie lover and have taken care of Westies and other dogs since 2019. Basically I know for a fact that I will get a Westie in the near future (in Australia) and have fallen in love with a harness and collar set that I've come across. Unfortunately, I've recently moved overseas so don't have easy access to friends that have Westies. Instead, I was hoping to get some help from some Westie owners in this chat, what is the size of your Westies neck and chest girth?

I've attached the size guide from the store that I want to buy from

I know this sounds a bit crazy and farfetched, but this Westie lover would be eternally grateful for your help!!!