Are Wheaten Terriers working dogs?

Are Wheaten Terriers working dogs?

History. The Wheaten was bred in Ireland for over two hundred years to be an all-purpose farm dog whose duties included herding, watching and guarding livestock, and vermin hunting and killing. They share a common ancestry with the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Irish Terrier but were not owned by gentry.

Are Wheaten Terriers a rare breed?

Wheaten terriers are not a common breed; they are listed as a vulnerable breed by the Kennel Club, UK with fewer than 300 registered dogs per year; in the USA they have only come close to cracking the top 50 most popular breeds (see Figure 1).

What is the life expectancy of a Wheaten terrier?

You can expect a Wheaten Terrier to live around 12 to 14 years.

What age do Wheaten Terriers calm down?

Most wheatens do not slow down until they are well past seven years old.

Do wheatens bark a lot?

Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers that have not been properly socialized may bark excessively when they encounter new people, animals, or unfamiliar situations. Socialization from an early age is essential to help them feel more comfortable and less likely to bark in these situations.

What diseases are Wheaten Terriers prone to?

• Addison’s Disease. …
• Renal Dysplasia. …
• Protein-Losing Enteropathy (PLE) …
• Protein-Losing Nephropathy (PLN) …
• Hypothyroidism.