• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers: These are small short-bodied breeds named for their distinctive shade of wheaten (the colour of ripe wheat). They were originally trained to hunt animals living underground such as rabbits, foxes, badgers and rats. Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers were also used for herding and guarding duties.
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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 - Origin of the breed: Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers originated in Ireland and was originally bred to hunt, herd and guard
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 17 - 19 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers and Nicknames: "Teddy Bear" due to its soft and cuddly appearance
  • 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers: The coat is normally soft and silky and comes in a range of colors including wheaten, white and red
• Fact 7 - Life of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 15 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 Soft Coated Wheaten 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!
• Fact 10 - Choosing Soft Coated Wheaten 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 Soft Coated Wheaten 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. Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Skin allergies
  • - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
• Fact 12 - Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers were registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1973
• Fact 13 - Breeding Soft Coated Wheaten 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers

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