• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Sealyham Terriers: These are short-bodied breeds which were bred by Capt. John Edwardes of Sealyham in Pembrokeshire and trained to hunt animals such as badger, otter, and foxes
  • The combination of breeds that produced the Sealyham has always been kept secret hence the nickname "The Mystery Dog"
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  • Temperament: Lively, feisty, inquisitive, loyal and energetic but can require firm handling
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Sealyham Terriers range from 18 - 24 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 10.5 - 12.5 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Sealyham Terriers and Nicknames: Mystery Dog
  • Origin of the name 'Terrier': This originates from the Latin word 'terra', meaning earth and the French name 'chien terrier' literally meaning 'dog of the earth'
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Sealyham Terriers: The coat is normally long, wiry and weather resistant and comes in a range of colors including all white, or white with lemon, brown, blue with black markings
• Fact 7 - Life of Sealyham Terriers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 14 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Sealyham Terriers is the Terrier dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing Sealyham Terriers as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Sealyham Terriers suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Sealyham Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Lens Luxation in which the eye lens luxates, or pops out of place
  • - Skin allergies
  • - Deafness
  • - Skin allergies
• Fact 12 - Sealyham Terriers were registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1911
• Fact 13 - Breeding Sealyham Terriers for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Sealyham Terriers

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