The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Ireland for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, playful, and energetic, and make excellent companion dogs.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Also known as Wheaten Terrier, Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin
- Country
- Ireland
- Region
- Ireland
- Era
- 18th century
Group
- Terrier
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 46–48 cm · Female 43–46 cm
- Weight
- Male 16–18 kg · Female 14–16 kg
Coat
- Type
- wire
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- wheaten
Traits
- happy, steady, self-confident, alert, playful, affectionate