West Highland white terrier grooming

A West Highland white terrier — a westie — has a harsh white top coat and a softer undercoat. How that coat is maintained changes how it looks and how it feels to the dog.

Traditionally, a wiry terrier coat may be hand-stripped, which keeps the harsh texture. Many pet westies are clipped instead, which is easier to keep at home but can soften the coat over time. Which approach is right for your dog is a conversation, not a slogan, and you should ask when you call rather than assume we will follow one method in every case.

The white coat shows dirt, and the face needs regular, gentle wiping. Skin irritation is not rare in the breed; anything persistent, sore or very itchy should be seen by a vet, not treated with yet another shampoo experiment.

If you would like a salon appointment, bring your westie to us in Banbury. We don’t offer mobile grooming. Call to book, or to ask how we usually work with a westie coat.