Are wheatens prone to kidney disease?

Are wheatens prone to kidney disease?

Wheatens are prone to renal dysplasia, a genetic form of kidney disease affecting your dog as early as puppyhood.

How rare is a wheaten terrier?

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).

Are wheatens good dogs?

Wheaten terriers make excellent watchdogs but poor guard dogs because everyone is their friend. Wheatens can bark excessively if not properly trained. They also will pull on the leash. These dogs are not one-person dogs and will go with anyone.

Do wheatens like to cuddle?

Wheaten Terriers have a lot of energy. Like other working breeds, they need a job to direct their energy. This working breed enjoys playing. But Wheaten Terriers will also enjoy cuddling time on the couch as long as they get enough stimulation during playtime.

What are the bad things about wheaten terriers?

• Addison’s Disease. Addison’s disease, otherwise known as hypoadrenocorticism, is a condition defined by underproductive adrenal glands. …
• Renal Dysplasia. …
• Protein-Losing Nephropathy. …
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease. …
• Cataracts.

What are the neurological problems with wheaten terriers?

Degenerative Myelopathy is a neurologic condition, similar to ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease in people, that causes weakness and poor nerve function in the hind legs. It affects Wheatens more frequently than other breeds.