Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Breed Information

Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Weight:

Dogs 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg.); Bitches 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg.)

Height:

Dogs 18-20 inches (46-51 cm.); Bitches 17-19 inches (43-48 cm.)

Color:

A good clear wheaten of shades from light wheaten to a golden reddish hue.

Temperament:

Wheaten terriers stay young at heart for many years. Their temperament is curious and friendly. They are very sociable and intelligent dogs. His temperament should be such that he considers a stranger a friend he hasn't met yet. Proper socialization with their environment and with other children and adults when they are young will ensure a stable temperament in a Wheaten.

Grooming:

The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a soft, silky coat that is long and profuse. This breed should be groomed daily using a medium-tooth comb, not a brush as it will make the coat fuzzy. Provided that the loose hair is regularly groomed out, the Wheaten will shed little to no hair. Fringes around the ears, feet and beneath the tail should be trimmed.

Training:

The breed is generally trainable, although the terrier stubbornness does appear on occasion. Consistency in training and positive reinforcement is the best method in the training of a Wheaten. With both a short attention span and an energetic personality, Wheatens can be difficult to train.

Exercise:

The Wheaten terriers will adapt itself to the circumstances. Regular long walks and chances to run and play off the lead will be greatly enjoyed and will keep it healthy.

Life Expectancy:

around 12-14 years

Litter Size:

average 5-7 puppies

Country of origin:

Ireland

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