Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Good to know

• Irish farm dogs: bred as all-round farm workers that hunted vermin, guarded and even herded, Wheatens are cheerful, sturdy terriers.
• Silky coat, daily care: the coat sheds little but needs daily brushing and combing to prevent mats, which should be worked out by hand, not cut.
• Energy that lasts: their medium-to-high energy level doesn't fade much with age, so plan on daily exercise together.
• Chasers: with a strong prey drive they'll go after squirrels or even cars, so they need a fenced yard and a leash on walks.
• Smart with an agenda: willful and sensitive, they need consistent training that starts early and never turns harsh.
• A low-shedding coat. Some people with allergies find that easier to live with, but no breed is allergen-free.

Getting out with a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

They need daily exercise beyond a stroll: longer trails, games of fetch and time to run at the park.

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