Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Puppies have a dark coat of either red, brown, mahogany or white. The muzzle and ears of Wheaten puppies may be black or dark brown. The dark puppy coat gradually grows out to nearly white before maturing into a wheaten-colored coat as they get older. The color can range from wheat to white, but white coats are not considered desirable by breeders and show enthusiasts. The adult coat may contain black, white, or darker brown "guard" hairs in addition to the lighter wheaten-coloured hair. If adults ever have skin injuries the resulting hair growth will be the dark color of their puppy coat before it eventually grows out to the wheat color.

The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium-sized dog, which ranges on average anywhere from 17 to 19 inches and weighs about 30 to 45 pounds. The breed has a square structure and is well built. Its hair does not shed like most dogs; like human hair and Poodle hair, it keeps growing, needs regular trimming, and drops just a few hairs daily.

The Irish coat tends to be thinner and silkier than the American variety.

The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is an energetic and playful dog. They require patience and consistent positive training. Harsh methods will often result in fear aggression. A positive, even-handed approach works best with these intelligent yet headstrong terriers. They are enthusiastic greeters and will often jump up in order to lick a person's face, commonly referred to as the "Wheaten greetin'"These dogs do best when they are exercised regularly. They are cool weather dogs and can become easily overheated in hot weather. They are very good with children. If socialized with cats as puppies they will get along fine with them; if not, care should be taken in introducing them to cats. Wheatens get along well with other dogs if properly socialized. They are extremely friendly and loving pets. Wheatens are very protective of their families, and although they may bark an alert at strangers, they rarely get aggressive. Many Wheaten owners thus say that Wheatens make great watch dogs but poor guard dogs.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Dog Club Directory

Kerry - Ja Vehnaterrierikerho - Finland

- The Soft Coated Wheaten Club of Finland

Motor City Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club

- To enhance the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed and to provide support services for our club members

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Association of Canada

- Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Association of Canada Buyer's Guide Website

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of America

- Club information, breed information, buyer's guide.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of Greater Tampa Bay

- Includes a history of the club and a listing of the clubs activities, information on the SCWT and a local breeders list.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of Ireland

- Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club Of Ireland

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of Northern California

- Club events, information, show schedules, and breeder referrals.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of Southern California

- Dedicated to maintaining the Wheaten's outstanding spirit, health and beauty. The Club plans many educational and social activities such as guest speakers, grooming seminars, fun days and puppy matches for both pet and show owners.