West Highland White Terrier
PerroPequeñoPeso 6–9 kgEsperanza 13–16 años
The snowy cannonball — atopic dermatitis is nearly a breed hallmark and skin care is a lifelong job; senior pulmonary fibrosis also appears.
Temperamento: Confident and vocal, lively, classic terrier spirit
🩺 Enfermedades frecuentes y riesgos
Alto
Atopic dermatitis
The breed's signature — recurrent paw licking and scratching
Frecuente
Pulmonary fibrosis (senior)
Progressive breathlessness — needs chest CT
Frecuente
Patellar luxation / Legg-Perthes
Hind-limb limping needs imaging
Vigilar
Cataracts
Senior eye monitoring
📋 Cribados recomendados y frecuencia
- #1Dermatology follow-up (itch = visit)
- #2Knee + hip imaging for lameness
- #3Eye exam (senior, annual)
🍚 Nutrición
Low-allergen / single-protein diets often help; omega-3s support skin.
🛁 Cuidados diarios
Regular hand-stripping or trimming; don't over-bathe — protect the skin barrier.
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