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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
(Irish Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier) (Wheaten Terrier) (Wheaten)
Doogan at 4 years old
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Pronunciation |
Soft
Coated Wheaten Terrier |
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Description |
The Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier is a medium-sized, compact and squarely proportioned dog. It is a strong
dog that moves gracefully. The head is shaped like a rectangle, rather long,
with a short, strong muzzle, jaws that are able to seize and grip prey well, and
large teeth. It has a defined stop. The ears are v-shaped and fold forward,
level with the skull. The teeth should form a scissors or level bite. The
almond-shaped eyes are hazel or dark brown. Light or yellow eye color can occur
but is a breed fault in the written standard. The nose is large and black.
The strong back forms a level topline. The front legs are straight, with plenty
of bone. The dewclaws should be removed. The feet are round with black pads and
dark nails. The tail is cocked and carried upright. Puppies are born black, but
lighten to the final adult wheaten color by about two years of age. |
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Temperament |
The Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier is an alert and happy animal - graceful, strong and well-coordinated. A
playful and friendly terrier. They make great
watch dogs and bark at the arrival of guests. They are usually very
loving with children and get along reasonably well with other dogs. An unsocialized dog with a meek owner, who does not know how and when to correct negative behaviors may end up with a dog agresive dog. Some individuals who were not raised with cats, may not get along well with them.
All it takes is some fast movement on the part of the cat, and the dog's
instincts will take over and he will attack. They have a puppy attitude
that remains with it throughout its life. Sweet-tempered, easy-going and
self-confident. This breed needs to be taught, preferably when young, but older dogs can learn, what is and
is not acceptable behavior. It is very intelligent, so it will generally grasp
quickly what is required of them. They have a straightforward nature and need to
be handled in a straightforward manner. Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers bond
extremely closely with their family. They seldom bark unnecessarily. Though not
as aggressive as many other terriers, males may be combative with other male
dogs if challenged. The Soft Coated Wheaten should be well socialized with other
dogs while they are young puppies. This breed is increasing in popularity and is
known in most areas of the United States, but it may still require some calling
around to find a breeder. In order to have a well behaved Wheaten, you must be firm, but calm, consistent and confident with the dog. Meek owners will find the dog will easily take over the home and will be hard to control. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs 18-20
inches (46-51 cm.) Bitches 17-19 inches (43-48 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg.) Bitches 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
Prone to flea allergies
and protein wasting disease (PLE and PLN). |
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Living Conditions |
The Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier is good for apartment life. They are moderately active indoors and a
small yard will do. This breed does not tolerate heat very well. |
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Exercise |
The Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier can get by with moderate exercise as long as it is taken for daily
walks. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years. |
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Grooming |
When grooming the Soft
Coated Wheaten Terrier, the object is to achieve a natural look and brushing can
make the soft coat fuzzy. So using a brush is not recommended. Instead,
frequent, even daily combing of the long, profuse coat with a medium-toothed
comb is recommended to keep it free of tangles - beginning when the dog is a
puppy. Clean the eyes and check the ears carefully. Bathe or dry shampoo when
necessary. The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier does not shed in the spring and fall,
but loose hair should be combed out of the coat from time to time. A
well-groomed dog will shed very little. This breed is good for allergy suffers. |
Origin |
The Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier was used as a farm dog, herder, and hunter of small game and vermin in
Ireland, which is his country of origin. Though it is probably one of the oldest
Irish breeds, its first public presentation was in 1933. The Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier was first imported to the United States in 1946 and officially
recognized by the AKC in 1973. |
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Terrier, AKC
Terrier |
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Recognition |
IKC, CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB,
CKC, NKC, NZKC, CET, CCR, APRI, ACR |
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IKC = Irish Kennel Club
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CET = Club
Español de Terriers (Spanish Terrier Club)
CCR = Canadian
Canine Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
This adorable little pup is Doogan from Wood's Wheaten
World!
Brady
This is Riley, he is a Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier.
He was about 3 and a half months old in this picture.
He is always very entertaining!
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Pictures 1
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Pictures 2
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Pictures 3
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