  Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
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| group: terrier |
height: m
18-19.5" /
45.72-49.5 cm
f 17-18" / 43.18-45.72 cm |
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| types: |
weight: m
35-45 lbs / 15.87-20.41 kg
f 30-35 lbs / 13.6-15.87 kg |
| colors: |
wheaten |
| physical traits: |
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| hair type: |
moderate length, silky,
slightly wavy, soft, loose curls |
personality/
temperament: |
affectionate, lively,
friendly, quick, happy, self-confident, clever, intelligent,
alert, hardy, stubborn, energetic, stays puppy-like into
adulthood. some may be aggressive with male dogs |
maintenance/
special needs:
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regular grooming, does
not shed, protect from cold, needs attention, patience to
train |
| nickname: |
Irish Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier |
| origination: |
Ireland, from the Kerry
Blue and Irish Terriers |
| bred for: |
farm dog, watchdog, guarding,
droving, herding, vermin hunting, companionship |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
family, companionship,
watchdog, city or country life, any climate |
| good with kids? |
yes |
| life expectancy: |
13-14 yrs |
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| kennel
clubs: |
akc,
ukc, ankc, saku, uk, nzkc-(terrier dog group), fci-(large
and medium-sized terrier dog group), ckc |
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