Country of Origin: Ireland
Height: Males 18 to 19.5 inches, females 17 to 18 inches
Weight: Males 35 to 45 pounds, females 35 to 40 pounds
Coat: Single coat is soft, silky, gently waved or curled, abundant
Colors: Any shade of wheaten Other Names: Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, Wheaten Terrier
Registries (With Group): AKC (Terrier); UKC (Terrier)
ORIGIN AND HISTORY In the past, all terriers of Ireland, collectively known as the Irish Terrier, making it difficult to know whether the old references to this strain is a generic or specific types of wheat Terrier Soft Coated known at this time. What is known is that wheat, Kerry Blue Terrier, Irish Terrier and share a long legged terrier looks like a square barbed stamps them with broadly similar origins. Soft Coated Terrier wheat was 200 years ago and the poor dog was so common that some considered it important. There are several references to dogs wheat color, coated with punishing jaws open, especially in the field of Kerry and Cork. These dogs are used primarily for otters and badgers and working on the farm, doing ordinary tasks terrier hunting small animals in burrows and dragging them out. It is also valued for its ability to work cattle, badgers and fox hunting, and protect your family. Wheat is recognized by the Irish Kennel Club (IKC) as a separate breed, when the present name was issued in 1937. In North America, wheat finally recognized as a breed by the United States in 1973 and Canada in 1978.
PERSONALITY PROFILE
alert, friendly and happy, wheat is often quieter than a small terrier. He's stubborn, but obedient. He loves the kids and a good companion for them, although it is best with children ; his enthusiasm can overwhelm children. She's smart, fun and want to know about what is going on around them.
REQUIREMENTS NOTE:
Wheat requires a moderate amount of exercise every day. A walk a day - long day, complete with a play session in the yard every day will help you stay fit. Preparation: Long, smooth coat breed should be brushed or combed every day or two, and he had to shower at least every two months. He does not add much, and would eliminate loose hair when combing, if this is not done, the jacket will mat. Unkempt hair must be trimmed regularly to maintain a line of terriers. Life Span: The average life of wheat Soft Coated Terrier is 12 to 14 years. Training: Wheat is a strong character and a dog can be stubborn - who wants to lead, not follow. This makes it very important for the owner to teach acceptable behavior from when they are puppies.
