The West Highland White Terrier Club of Puget Sound, WHWTCOPS, was founded on July 22, 1982, through the efforts of Mary and Geoff Charles, Kathy Cole, Marilyn Lingren, and Nick and Emily Fisher. The club’s first match took place on August 28, 1982, and drew an entry of 26.

Soon the membership grew and like most dog clubs, this one promoted education and activities for everyone interested in Westies as well as provided a meeting forum for Westie lovers. After a few years the membership wanted to host a Specialty show with AKC approval, so the officers applied to become a recognized club under the parent club, the West Highland White Terrier Club of America. In 1988 the WHWTCOPS sponsored the National Roving Specialty. In 1989 the club held its first Specialty and holds the distinction of being the first regional club to incorporate obedience as part of its specialty, the first of which was in 1989. In 2002 the club celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a lovely patio dinner honoring the past members and their families.

Today the WHWTCOPS has nearly 100 members from a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. The club sponsors shows, seminars, and fun get-togethers to promote Westies and all they can do. Most recently the club sponsored a Grooming Seminar, Fun Daze, and a professional photo shoot, all attended by members and non members alike. The holiday party usually holds introductions to agility, earthdog and tracking so members and prospective ones can try their Westies out in these activities. The club also is active in regional Westie Rescue for Westies that find themselves in need of new homes.

Everyone’s goal is to make life better for our beloved Westies. Whether you are a member or simply a visitor, we welcome you to our site and hope you can find what you need and enjoy what you see.