Westfalen Terrier

Aliases Westfalenterrier, Westfal Terrier, Westfalia Terrier Height 14-15 inches (37 cm)

The Westfalia Terrier is a hound that can be used by any hunter, because it is very obedient and loyal to its leader. Its above average intelligence enables it to anticipate the wishes of its leader, and process commands very quickly. Its hunting traits qualify it to work successfully as tracking dog, hound hunting, burrowing dog, and retriever of waterfowl. The dog is very brave and a tough competitor of the fox terrier and the beagle. Its sense of smell is very acute, it gives a clear signal during pursuit and it is a very persistent tracking dog. It can be successfully used to track down and break up packs of wild boar. On account of its calm demeanor, it is good at detecting injured prey on the run after the hit.

Despite its outstanding qualities, the Westfalia Terrier is a modest, undemanding creature. Upkeep and feeding are simple. It can even be kept in confined conditions, such as cramped apartments in town, because of its balanced character and its obedient ways. The Westfalia Terrier actively looks for its master's attention, it is family-friendly and of endearing charm.

The dog's outward appearance is eye-catching and harmonious. Its base tawny fur is permeated with black hair increasing in density around the muzzle, on the sides and on the dorsal area. The dog may be wire-haired or flush-haired. Its striking overall appearance is ideally complemented by the impressively dark eyes.