Rescue is the first step toward rehabilitation and placement of a Westie in need.

Key Benefits

• Removal of the Westie from unhealthy or dangerous situation.
• Reduction of unplaced Westies in shelters and care centers.
• Commencement of remedial health care, where necessary.

Capabilities

WRNT directors and volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds, and most, if not all, are Westie Parents themselves.  WRNT understands the unique temperament, health requirements and breed-specific genetics at work in a Westie.  Familiarity with a variety of Westie-specific health issues allows us to concentrate on getting every Westie in need back to his or her full potential.

Breed-Specific Health Issues

WRNT volunteers are familiar with the unique skin, nutritional and genetic factors that may negatively affect a Westie in need.  By assisting our veterinarians in diagnosis and treatment, we can often return a Westie to good health faster, cheaper and more efficiently than a shelter or general-dog rescue facility.

Breed-Specific Temperament

Westies are feisty, mischievous and full of energy.  Often times a new Westie owner is unprepared for such a little ball of energy.  WRNT volunteers, often Westie Parents themselves, are prepared to understand and accept typical Westie behavior.  We work with our prospective Adoptive parents to ensure they're well aware that this isn't a lap dog they're considering!