They can be short or long-furred and exist in both a miniature and standard size. The DachshundÄachshunds are a versatile breed that come in several variants. Westies belong in the Terrier group of the Kennel Club and were previously known as the Poltalloch Terrier. Interestingly, some experts believe that the reason the Westie was bred to be white was to avoid any confusion when on the hunt and to prevent hunters from shooting them instead of the darker-furred prey they were pursuing. Not only did they do well because of their stamina and tenacity but also because their small size and short legs allowed them to fit into burrows and flush out their prey. Westies and their ancestor breeds (such as the Cairn Terrier) were originally used to hunt all manner of small animals in the Scottish highlands, from foxes to badgers and rabbits to rats. They are unquestionably terriers, with their high prey drive, confidence and somewhat stubborn personalities. Westies are a Scottish breed that are best-known for their snow-white coats and independent natures. However, it remains a relatively rare cross-breed internationally. Since its inception, it has been growing slowly in popularity. The West Highland Doxie is thought to have first been bred during the 1980s, though there is no definitive proof of this. So, it was only a matter of time before they joined forces to create a designer dog. They have made a name for themselves in the pedigree dog world where they often top the lists of most popular pet dogs. Both the West Highland White Terrier (Westie) and the Dachshund (Doxie) have rather unique looks and personalities.
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