West Highland White Terrier
The West Highland White Terrier originated from Scotland and was used for hunting fox, vermin and otter. The exact history of the breed is widely debated. Some believe that a request from King James I for a "little white earth dog" prompted an effort to produce a breed with a white coat. Others think that the death of Colonel Malcolm Poltalloch's dog started the effort. When Colonel Poltalloch's dark-coated terrier died, he swore from that point on only to own white dogs.
The West Highland White Terrier originated from Scotland and was used for hunting fox, vermin and otter. The exact history of the breed is widely debated. Some believe that a request from King James I for a "little white earth dog" prompted an effort to produce a breed with a white coat. Others think that the death of Colonel Malcolm Poltalloch's dog started the effort. When Colonel Poltalloch's dark-coated terrier died, he swore from that point on only to own white dogs.
Genetic Diseases and Traits that we can test for:
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Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency
Australia / NZ statistics: No information is currently available - keep checking this page for updates
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Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy / Krabbe’s Disease
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Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency
Australia / NZ statistics: No information is currently available - keep checking this page for updates
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Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy / Krabbe’s Disease
Australia / NZ statistics: No information is currently available - keep checking this page for updates
Please be aware that other genetic diseases or developmental abnormalities may still be present. A genetic test does not replace the need for ongoing clinical assessment by a veterinarian. Disease penetrance and clinical assessment of affected animals can only be performed by a qualified veterinarian.
Disease Statistics provided by breed club health committies and member bodies
Disease Statistics provided by breed club health committies and member bodies