*The Terrier Dog Breeds* |
*West Highland White Terrier*
*Origin: Scotland.
*Other names: Poltalloch Terrier...Roseneath Terrier...White Roseneath Terrier.
*Nickname: Westie... Westy.
*Description: Alert...happy...courageous...self-reliant...friendly...loves to romp and play in the snow...showing only occasional aggressive and snappy outbursts...a little stubborn...speedy...cunning.
*Behavior: Behavior problems may include irritable snapping and hyperactive that may lead to biting.
*Compatible with children: Yes...Use discretion...because of its hyperactive behavior, caution should be taken with children.
*Typical Female Weight: 15-20 lbs
*Typical Male Weight: 15-20 lbs
*Average life span: 12-14 years.
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*Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier*
*The
Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier breed is a medium sized dog with a longish,
silky and wavy coat the color of wheat.
*Origin: Ireland.
*Other names: Irish Softcoated Wheaten Terrier.
*Nickname: Wheaten.
*Description: Spirited...good-natured...steadiness...stamina...easygoing...less quick tempered than all other Terriers...not prone to dogfights.
*Behavior: Behavior problems may jumping on visitors and family members and likes to dig.
*Compatible with children: Yes.
*Typical Female Weight: 30-35 lbs
*Typical Male Weight: 30-45 lbs
*Average life span: 13-14 years.
*Origin: Ireland.
*Other names: Irish Softcoated Wheaten Terrier.
*Nickname: Wheaten.
*Description: Spirited...good-natured...steadiness...stamina...easygoing...less quick tempered than all other Terriers...not prone to dogfights.
*Behavior: Behavior problems may jumping on visitors and family members and likes to dig.
*Compatible with children: Yes.
*Typical Female Weight: 30-35 lbs
*Typical Male Weight: 30-45 lbs
*Average life span: 13-14 years.
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