Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are happy-go-lucky dogs with fluffy coats that resemble the golden color of wheat. These medium-sized dogs were bred in Ireland to do everything from herding to hunting to even fishing. Today, they are primarily companion dogs known for their deep devotion to people.
Illustration courtesy of the Swedish Kennel Club
About Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (sometimes called Wheatens) is an energetic fellow with a coat as soft as silk. These dogs hail from Ireland, but most of their early history was not recorded. We do know they were bred as all-purpose working dogs. They are likely relatives of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Irish Terrier. Wheatens weren’t recognized as a breed by the Irish Kennel Club until 1937.
These dogs can do well in a variety of environments, as long as they get their daily exercise in. Unlike most terriers, they are a rather quiet breed. Their coat is unbelievably soft, but it requires a a decent amount of maintenance. Wheatens get along with other animals and love being around people.
An Embark Dog DNA Test looks at the following health conditions in Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers:
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Desmond
Bentley
Mayberry's Merriment Otis
Ruby
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Brody
Brooklyn
Kevin
Boone's Winsome Beau Dandy
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Lily
Benji Borden
Sir Cashle Wheaton McCash
Joy
Favorite Names
For Male
- Murphy
- Finn
- Jack
- Teddy
- Winston
- Archie
- Bear
- Benji
- Buddy
- Milo
For Female
- Lucy
- Bailey
- Molly
- Willow
- Rosie
- Gracie
- Lily
- Piper
- Stella
- Penny
