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SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIER

THIS HAPPY-GO-LUCKY, AFFECTIONATE DOG MAKES A FAITHFUL FAMILY FRIEND AKC

Height range Similar to the other Irish Dark hazel eyes
18–19 in (46–49 cm) terrier breeds, the Soft
Weight range Coated Wheaten Terrier is Tail held up high
35–46 lb (16–21 kg) Triangular ears
probably one of the oldest
Life span 13–14 years Irish breeds. It has been used Darker shade gradually
Origin Ireland as a ratter and a guard dog fades as dog matures
and for herding livestock.
The breed has a puppylike
temperament even into adulthood,
so although good with children, Longer hair
on muzzle
it can be too boisterous with forms beard
toddlers. A highly intelligent
dog, the Soft Coated Wheaten
Terrier responds well to training.

Topknot falls
over eyes Soft, silky,
wheaten coat
forms loose
Large, waves
black nose
Black
toenails
DUTCH SMOUSHOND

AN EASY TO LOOK AFTER, ADAPTABLE, INTELLIGENT, AND COMPANIONABLE DOG FCI

Forelock falls forward,
Height range This former “coachman’s dog” is strong enough giving a disheveled
14–17 in (35–42 cm) to follow a horse and carriage and is also a keen rat appearance
Weight range catcher. During the 1970s, this breed almost became
20–22 lb (9–10 kg)
extinct; it is still rare but is now regaining popularity.
Life span 12–15 years This dog makes a good watchdog, gets
Origin The Netherlands along well with children, and will
even accept the family cat.
It needs plenty of exercise.

Unkempt, coarse,
wiry, yellow coat,
with weatherproof
Darker drop undercoat
ears covered
in shorter hair
Thin, black-
rimmed lips
Legs slightly less Catlike feet
hairy than body with black nails

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