Welcome to The West Acres, where we're more than a dog breeder–we're dedicated to providing families with joy by sharing our love for the West Highland White Terrier breed. We are committed to honoring their rich history and continuing the breed's very promising future. Since we first welcomed Westies into our lives in 1988, they have filled our hearts with more love and happiness than we'd ever imagined! We'd love nothing more than to help you find your perfect Westie to bring into your home and share this same experience! Set on a scenic 220-acre riverside estate in northwest Missouri, The West Acres is more than just acreage. It's a home where our puppies grow up happy, healthy, and ready to start their new journeys.
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How Are We Different From Other Westie Dog Breeders?
We are not like other Westie dog breeders. The West Acres has been our family home since the spring of 1988. Over that time we have poured our heart and soul into our bloodlines and the lives of our pets, creating a safe, nurturing and ethical environment for our Westies and their puppies.
Our ranch is surrounded by rolling fields, slow flowing rivers and native grasslands. It is an ideal environment for our pets to thrive and their puppies to safely and comfortably stretch their legs. Alongside our ever expanding family, our Westies also grow up next to a small flock of Dorset-Suffolk sheep, a single horse and numerous species of wildlife including whitetail deer, red fox, cottontail rabbit and bobwhite quail.
This environment guarantees your puppy has the best foundation in all categories, allowing them to put their best paw forward by the time you get to meet them.
The Role of a Westie Breeder
Being a breeder is more than just raising puppies; it’s about ensuring that each puppy gets the best possible start in life. At The West Acres, we carefully select each breeding pair, focusing on health, temperament, appearance, and breed standards.
Our role as an ethical and safe breeder includes providing each puppy with the opportunity, love and environment they need to grow into confident and well-adjusted companions. The natural setting of our ranch fosters calm, steadfast and intelligent pups that are well-prepared for any kind of environment and lifestyle, making them especially suited to become loyal, sweet and loving members of their future families.
Our Breeding Standards
We adhere to the highest standards in our breeding practices to ensure the health and well-being of each Westie. From genetic health testing to ongoing wellness checks, we are committed to raising Westies that embody the breed’s best qualities. Our approach ensures that each puppy we place in a new home is healthy, strong, confident, and ready for a lifelong journey with their family.
Our Promise as an Ethical Breeder
At The West Acres, we hold fast to our ethical commitment to our puppies. Our priority is their well-being and that begins with upholding the highest of standards in care. This means prioritizing the health, happiness and welfare of our Westies above all else. Our breeding philosophy emphasizes responsible practices, fostering a loving and warm environment. And while it's never easy to see a puppy leave the farm, it brings us comfort knowing that each one goes to a home where they will be equally loved and cherished.
What Sets Us Apart
The West Acres is one of the longest-standing, most highly recommended West Highland Terrier breeders in the US for a reason. What puts us above the rest if the environment we provide for our pets. Our puppies don't just grow up here–they thrive in a space that encourages curiosity, play and discovery while in natural setting. By living here, they meet all kinds of new friends, from farm animals to the rich Missouri wildlife that share our land. Your Westie pup will grow to be a high quality dog because they had a high quality upbringing.
Puppy Health & Wellness Focus
We take our pets' and their puppies' health seriously at The West Acres. We always attend regular vet visits, keep to a vaccination schedule and focus on their wellness by providing quality food and ample amounts of play and exercise.
Before each puppy leaves our home, we ensure they have a clean bill of health and we provide new owners with all of the information they need to continue the same high standard of care. With our guidance, each Westie will be prepared to successfully and smoothly transition into their new and exciting life with their forever family.
"Finlay is an absolute blessing! She is smart, loving, tenacious and everything else I love about Westies. A big part of my summer is spent at the lake and she has taken to the water like a fish. I had to buy her a life jacket for the boats as she wants to jump off right along with the humans and big dogs. She is incredibly social. Unlike my last Westie, who was sweet but shy, Finlay is constantly on a mission for new friends. She loves animals, children, men, women, old, young, anyone that will pay attention and offer an ear scratch."
Carin, Minneapolis, MN
What Our New Families Are Saying:
Meet Our Family
The West Acres is a family endeavor, and every member plays a role in caring for our Westies. From daily exercise routines to health checks and socialization activities, we are all involved in raising well-rounded puppies. Our family’s passion for these dogs drives our commitment to each puppy’s health, happiness, and proper development.
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