Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Happy, steady, and full of Irish charm
Happy, devoted, and confident. Wheaten Terriers are spirited Irish farm dogs with a soft, silky coat and an exuberant personality.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a happy, exuberant, and devoted breed from Ireland. They are friendly and outgoing with a characteristic 'Wheaten greeting' — jumping up to greet people face-to-face. Wheatens are good with children and generally friendly with strangers. They have a strong prey drive and may chase small animals. Their soft, silky coat requires regular grooming to prevent matting. Wheatens can be stubborn and require consistent training. They are prone to serious kidney and digestive conditions.
Daily Exercise
High (60–90 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Protein-Losing Nephropathy
- Protein-Losing Enteropathy
- Addison's Disease
- Renal Dysplasia
- Hip Dysplasia
- Allergies
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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