The West Highland White Terrier is a classic charming terrier. Bred to rat and hunt, as so many of his Terrier cousins were, the Westie has evolved into the quintessential happy-go-lucky companion.
While your Westie may not sniff out more than a Cheeto from under the sofa, West Highland White Terriers were bred for a specific purpose…to eliminate rats. They had to sniff out the vermin, find it and you know the rest.
If your dog's nose is dry the smells won't stick to their nose for scent analysis, which means your dog can't get the info they need. Remember the last time you had ZERO bars on your cellphone and needed directions? It was frustrating and annoying. That's how your dog feels not getting the info they need.