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What were Westies bred for? - Adopt a Pet
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Adopt A Westie West Highland White Terrier
What were Westies bred for?
What were Westies bred for?
West Highland White Terriers, or Westies, were originally bred for hunting small game, such as rats and foxes. Their keen sense of smell and tenacious spirit made them well-suited for this task.
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