Let me tell you: Westies are smart. They’re also quick runners, they’re hunters, and they’re completely adorable – but perhaps most of all, they’re really smart. And these Westie photos feature Bolt, a little guy who’s a great example of the famous Westie intelligence! For example, his mom tells me that he knows the exact turn they take when they drive to the vet! His demeanor changes completely if they turn (at Carl’s Jr., apparently) compared to when they keep driving straight, because he knows that turning means he’s headed to the vet… incredible, right?

Bolt is a 5-year-old smartypants who has absolutely stolen the hearts of his family. But at his core, he’s a mama’s boy: he wasn’t too sure about our photo session, especially at first, so he often stayed close by her feet and even jumped up on her legs, asking to be picked up & snuggled! It was too cute… and with a face like that, how could she ever say no? :)

This is Bolt!

We found a gorgeous field of flowers in a nearby park… I just love his white fur amidst the greens and purples of the flowers!

Linda & Ashley, thank you so much for helping Bolt warm up to the camera – he struck plenty of adorable poses with your encouragement! These are several of my favorite Westie photos I’ve ever taken, and I can’t wait to show you the rest! :)

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