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West Highland White Terriers are small terriers known for a lively personality, sturdy build, and distinctive white coat. This alert and energetic breed was originally developed for hunting small animals. Westies are confident, curious, and enjoy being involved in daily activities. They are typically social with people, but retain classic terrier independence.
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Most Whippets are quiet, gentle, and well-behaved inside the house, and love to join their people on the couch (and to keep the couch warm when their people aren't sitting on it!). They're friendly to visitors – no watchdog here – and aren't afraid to show how much they adore their owners.
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The Wire Fox Terrier could be the canine incarnation of an anti-depressant. This merry little chap lives to play and likes nothing better than to make some mischief. And while he is on the smallish side, he has got the courage and tenacity of dogs twice his size.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffons demonstrate love and loyalty to family, making the breed a good companion for active owners. Although calm in the house when given plenty of exercise, the breed has a sense of humor and might drag underwear through the house just as the minister comes calling.
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As a hairless type, these dogs are good for some allergy sufferers – but meet the dog and find out for sure before you commit. They bond so strongly that they can't be rehomed easily, so you need to be in it for the long-haul.
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Yorkshire Terriers are small companion dogs known for a silky coat, bold personality, and strong attachment to their owners. This small but confident breed was originally developed for catching rodents before it became favored as a lapdog. Yorkies are alert, energetic, and often act much larger than their size.