🐶 Origin and history: a terrier serving farmers
The Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, or Irish Soft Coated Terrier, has an ancient history dating back over two centuries. Originally, it was used to eliminate pests such as rats, mice, and foxes, but it was also an excellent hunting dog for badgers and otters. This sturdy dog was an ally of Irish farmers, always ready to fulfill its mission.
✨ Why adopt an Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
If you are looking for an active, cheerful, and affectionate dog, the Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is for you! This terrier is a true player, always ready to have fun and explore. It is also affectionate and can adapt well to different environments, whether in the city or the countryside. Be careful, it needs good physical exercise to be happy!
📊 Quick facts
- Hypoallergenic? No ❌
- Weight: 14-18 kg
- Height: 43-50 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours/day
- Apartment living: ✅ Moderately suitable (if enough exercise)
🏅 Personality (from 1 to 5 ⭐)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
👨👩👧👦 Gets along well with…
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (affectionate and playful with little ones)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (caution with small animals, its terrier instinct can be strong)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (generally sociable with visitors)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (adaptable but with exercise needs)
> À savoir : Ce terrier s'adapte à différents modes de vie, tant qu'il bénéficie de suffisamment d'exercice et d'attention. Si tu as d'autres petits animaux, sois vigilant à son instinct de chasse !
🛁 Maintenance & budget
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Average annual cost: 1000-1500 €
- Purchase price: 1000-1200 €
- Care: This dog has a coat that requires regular brushing (twice a week). If intended for shows, it may need 2 or 3 strip grooming sessions per year. Avoid shaving to preserve the texture of its coat.
💬 In summary
The Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a versatile dog, always ready for an adventure and full of energy. Very affectionate and playful, it adapts to different environments as long as it has enough space to run around. It is an ideal companion for active families! 🐾
