Westie Maltese - Jesse

by Wendy
(Illinois)

Jesse 4/09/2009 - Westie Maltese

We purchased our Westie Maltese Jesse when he was 10 weeks old from a pet shop. He was the quiet one. We have had him for only 6 weeks.

We also have a 5 year old Golden Retriever at home (Sam) who is the most domicile dog I have ever seen, so we knew that he would love Jesse. In about 3 days, Jesse was feeling right at home with everyone, including Sam, our golden. It is just a riot to watch Jesse and Sam play!! Jesse is so short and Sam is so tall, but Jesse has so much spunk! He will steal any toy that Sam has in his mouth. They love each other very much, and are both very protective of one another.

We also have an older cat who isn't as interested in Jesse as Sam is, but I am sure that Jesse will find a place in her heart as he has in all of ours! When Jesse isn't chasing Sam, or Zoey the cat, he loves to cuddle and sleep on my (grandma's) shoulder (he technically is my 16 year old daughters dog).

I just love taking them to the local dog park! Our Westie mix gets along with all the other dogs so well! We are still working on walking on a leash, and house training, but he is doing well. He listens very well! He has been a wonderful addition to our family.