Jalapeno was found running along major road almost got hit by a car until some kind-hearted person pulled over and brought dog to us.  We have no idea if Jalapeno was lost or was intentionally put out on the road, but he is one lucky dog.

 

He is a great little dog who is housebroken, likes dogs, good with kids, very laid back and loveable.

 

He is the total package.  He just needs to find his forever home and he's set for life!

 

09/09 Foster Update:  Jalapeno has adjusted wonderfully to the home environment. He's a playful, energetic and happy dog! He has wonderful "house manners" remaining calm while inside, laying at our feet and cuddling up in the dog beds. Outside he's an energetic fetch machine! He loves to play with about any and every toy he can find and is quite possibly the fastest terrier mix I have ever seen. He would be a perfect agility dog or running companion! Jalapeno would make an amazing family dog. He's great with kids, small and large dogs and loves all people that will give him attention. 

 

According to dogbreedinfo.com, West Highland White Terriers are game and hardy little terriers, which are easy to train. They are fairly friendly toward strangers and get along well with children. They are lively and extremely self-assured toward other dogs, but will not pick fights with other dogs, if their owners know how to display proper leadership. They may chase a cat for fun, and need to be corrected if they do attempt this. Robust, friendly, cocky and spunky. Westies just love companionship. Despite its size, they make a very good watchdog. These little dogs are easy to travel with. The Westie likes to dig and bark. If a Westie is allowed to become the pack leader, they may snap when irritated and be combative with other dogs. A lack of leadership on the owners part can cause many behavior problems, such as biting, guarding food and furniture. A Westie who has an owner who knows how to display firm, confident, consistent, leadership will not experience these behavioral problems. These problems can be corrected once the owner becomes the dogs true pack leader.  They have a life expectancy of 15 years or more.