Wheaten Terrier
Puppy
Fully Grown
Wheaten Terriers love all people, and they don't understand why anyone they meet would not want to be jumped on and licked. They will try anything to get your attention if you ignore them, as they assume you just didn't notice them!
Wheatens don't do well with being left home alone for long periods of time and anybody coming to the door will get welcomed with loud barks. Your garden will need to be well fenced so that they don't get out on adventures when you are not home.
Wheaten Terriers are less rowdy when playing with other dogs than their other terrier cousins. But at heart they are still terriers and can be stubborn and not very obedient. Selective hearing is quite common with this breed, but when you get the treat bag out they will suddenly be all ears again!
It is known that Wheatens like to wipe their beardy faces clean on couches...so if you are a clean freak then this breed might not be for you. The bonus - they don't shed much at all, but do require combing, preferably on a daily basis.
| Weight: | 14-20 kg |
| Health risk: | Low |
| Life expectancy: | 12-15 years |
| Coat: | Medium |
| Grooming intensity: | Medium |
| Monthly cost (food): | Average |
| Trainability: | Medium |
| Activity level: | High |
There are many sources to get your Wheaten Terrier from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Wheaten Terrier to adopt:
To help your rescued Wheaten Terrier to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Wheaten Terrier from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
