Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Cheerful and affectionate, this breed thrives as a lively family companion with an unmistakably silky, wheaten-colored coat. Always eager to please, it blends playfulness with gentle loyalty.
Breed Characteristics
Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.
HEIGHT
46–48 cm (male)
43–46 cm (female)
WEIGHT
16–18 kg (male)
14–16 kg (female)
LIFE EXPECTANCY
12–14 years
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Breed snapshot
Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance
Key Breed Characteristics
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Species
Canis lupus familiaris
Diet
Omnivore
"A Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."
Temperament & personality
Understanding Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.
Personality Overview
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is friendly, affectionate, and spirited, often displaying a playful nature with family members and a generally sociable temperament toward strangers.
Key Personality Traits
Outgoing and affectionate with most people and pets
Quick learner, responds well to training
High activity needs, enjoys regular exercise
Loves games and interactive play sessions
Adjusts well to new environments and changes
Strengths
- Friendly with children and families
- Low-shedding, allergy-friendly coat
- Adaptable to various living environments
- Generally healthy and long-lived
- Eager to please and trainable
Challenges
- Coat requires frequent grooming and maintenance
- Prone to separation anxiety if left alone
- Strong chasing instinct toward small animals
- Can be stubborn during training sessions
- Needs regular exercise to prevent boredom
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Intelligence & exercise needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.
🧠 Intelligence & training
Trainability
Learns with consistency
Overall rating
This breed is intelligent and quick to learn but can be independent, requiring consistent, positive training methods and early socialization to encourage cooperation and good manners.
Trainable Tasks:
🏃 Exercise & energy levels
Daily Exercise
60–75 minutes daily
recommended per day
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have moderate to high energy levels and need daily physical activity alongside mental stimulation to prevent boredom and support their physical health.
Recommended Activities:
Is this breed right for you?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier would fit well in your home.
First-time Owner
Friendly and adaptable, but needs consistent training from the start
Apartment Living
Can adapt to apartments if exercised daily and given mental stimulation
Active Lifestyle
Enjoys active play and regular exercise with energetic families
Kids
Generally gentle and playful with young children under supervision
Multiple Pets
Can get along with other pets if socialized early and properly
Being Left Alone
Dislikes long periods alone and may develop separation anxiety or destructive habits
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