Human orientation
Very high rating: loyal, gentle, happy to meet people. Behavior depends on upbringing.
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Soft-coated wheaten terrier
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History of the soft-coated wheaten terrier breed
Origin: Ireland
It comes from Ireland, where it was a farm dog alongside the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Irish Terrier: guarding the farm, catching rodents and herding livestock. The Irish Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1937. A pair of dogs came to the US in the late 1940s, and the AKC recognized the breed in 1973.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is an Irish medium (43-48 cm, 14-18 kg) terrier with a soft, silky coat of a wheat shade. Lively, loyal, gentle, but persistent. It needs daily activity, firm and patient training and very frequent hair care.
Sizeaverage
OriginIreland
Life is nearby
Suitable for active families. Needs daily movement, attention and especially hair care. Desires contact with people and can jump for joy.
Walks
High: daily walk plus running and games.
Training
The terrier is persistent and stubborn, so firm, patient training and positive reinforcement are required; does not tolerate rough methods. Best suited to an experienced owner.
Care
The wool is combed at least three times a week so that it does not stray. The longer fur on the face is trimmed, the ears are cleaned weekly, the nails and the fur between the pads are trimmed. A professional groomer helps.
Children
Gentle and playful, but bouncy and loud. Games with children under supervision.
Other animals
The terrier instinct is preserved, so be careful with small animals. Gets along with dogs during socialization.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Average score: smart, but stubborn; soft learning is required.
Zooaggression
Average score: Terrier instinct needs control.
Health and reproductive risks
In the British cohort, the median lifespan of the breed was 13.7 years. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
Very low rating: long, soft coat needs frequent brushing and regular clipping.
Health
Breed screening
Breed screening: there are few descriptions of hereditary diseases of the "Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier" breed. Ask the breeder for the written results of the parents' examinations and the current requirements of the club.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal system: the growth and load of the "Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier" breed should correspond to its age. Lameness, pain, or reluctance to move require a veterinary examination.
Eyes and heart
Eyes and heart are checked during routine examinations. The need for individual tests is determined by club recommendations and the dog's age.
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