About Soft-Coated Wheatens:

A congenial companion that is excellent with adults and children of any age. An energetic, alert, and effective watchdog that is eager to please, and easy to train. This breed gets along well with other pets. as it shows less aggressive behavior than many terriers. Terriers with soft coats have been present in Ireland for several centuries, although there are no reliable written records describing them. Like other terriers from Ireland, the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier was developed to be an all-purpose farm dog and is thought to have been an ancestor of the Kerry Blue Terrier. The Wheaten has been recognized in Ireland since 1937, and in England since 1943. Although the first Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers arrived in the United States in 1946, the breed was not recognized by the American Kennel Club until 1973. Today’s Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is far more stylized than breed pioneers intended it to be, but it has the same endearing spirit.

Care and Exercise:

Frequent grooming is necessary to keep a Wheaten clean and to avoid matting of its coat. Brush and comb 3 times a week, more often if possible. Use a good steel comb with long teeth and a wire slicker brush that will not rip out live hair. The Wheaten should be trimmed instead of plucked, using thinning shears. Examine ears, eyes, teeth, and nails regularly, cleaning or trimming as necessary. Check between paw pads for objects or small mats, and keep hair tinder tail short for hygienic purposes. Long walks on a leash will keep a Wheaten in good physical condition, as well as promote a feeling of closeness between dog and owner. When walks are impractical, a fenced yard is advised. This breed appreciates a good game of fetch from time to time.

Recommended Households:

If you want a medium-size dog that has a cheerful personality and is ready to do anything to make you happy, consider the Wheaten. It can be comfortable anywhere as long as it receives sensible care, including enough exercise and grooming.

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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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