Westie Vibes

Do you love West Highland White Terriers too? Welcome to the Westie Vibes podcast! We're Miruna and Bobby, and our co-host Sami, our cute and stubborn Westie, who mostly just naps and demands treats.
In this episode, we tackle the concept every Westie owner eventually learns the hard way: Westitude. We talk about that that attitude every terrier has (especially a Westie!) and some of our best stories - from Sami's dramatic standoff outside a closed pet store, to the day he ran away from home to go after the neighbor's dog, to the day he became the first terrier in Portugal to pass a well known dog obedience and socialization test. We also read through comments from fellow Westie owners, because it turns out every single one of us is being quietly outsmarted by a 15-pound dog.
Whether you're deep into the "teenage" chaos years or just researching before bringing one home, this episode is your honest intro to life with a Westie. The negotiating, the food obsession, the fierce loyalty, and why none of us would trade it for anything in the world.
New episodes drop regularly. Follow along, watch the video version on our YouTube and find us on Instagram @WestieVibes.

Today on The Westie Parent Podcast I sat down with Magdalena Dabrowska from Pancogito Westies, a responsible Westie breeder, dog behaviorist, trainer... and proud parent of five Westies! 🐶❤️
We talked about all the things Westie parents want to know:
✨ What life is really like with multiple Westies?
✨ Are Westies good dogs for first-time dog owners?
✨ The truth about Westie personality, stubbornness & "Westitude"
✨ Male vs female Westies – are there differences in personality?
✨ Why grooming is more important than people think
✨ Dog sports Westies excel at (including dog dancing!)
✨ How to try simple nose-work games at home
✨ What surprises most people after getting a Westie?
✨ And Magda's final advice for every Westie parent 💛
Magda also shares stories about her own dogs, their very different personalities, how she trains them, and what she recommends if you're thinking about getting your second Westie 😉
If you love Westies or are thinking about welcoming one into your life, you will love this episode!
FOLLOW MAGDA: Instagram: @PancogitoWesties https://www.instagram.com/pancogitowesties/

Westies are not like other dogs! From their hilarious independence and diva attitude to their main character energy every time they walk out the door.
If you have a Westie in your life, you'll definitely relate!

Whenever I ask people what should we talk about on the podcast, many of you mention Westie quirks, behavior, personality. So today we're gonna do just that!
Every Westie parent knows the struggle — and the joy — of living with a little dog who acts like the main character. In this episode, I'm sharing all the weird (and funny!) things my Westie Sami does, from barking in his sleep to refusing to go on walks because he's scared of his harness.
If your Westie also growls like a car that won't start or "talks" when he wants something, this one's for you!

In today's episode of The Westie Parent Podcast, Sami's dad, Bobby, joins me as a guest to chat about our next big adventure: a road trip from Portugal to Romania with our Westie pup, Sami! 🐶
We are chatting about:
Our exact route and the stops we're most excited about
How we keep Sami comfy, safe, and entertained on long drives
The challenges of packing for 3 seasons (yes, Sami has his puffer jackets ready!)
Finding dog-friendly hotels & Airbnbs across Europe
Feeding Sami his home-cooked meals on the road (spoiler: it takes more planning than our own food 😅)
If you've ever wondered what it's like to travel long distances with a dog, or you're planning a trip of your own, you'll definitely enjoy this one!