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Welsh Terrier
Ike, the Welsh Terrier at 2 years old.
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Pronunciation |
Welsh
Terrier |
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Description |
The Welsh Terrier looks
like a small version of the Airedale Terrier. The head is rectangular in appearance. The muzzle is half the length of the head with a slight stop. Teeth meet in a scissors or level bite. The small, almond-shaped eyes are set fairly wide apart and are dark brown in color. The v-shaped ears
fold slightly to the side of the head and forward. The front legs are straight and the round, small feet are cat-like. The back is level forming a straight line. Dewclaws may be removed. The tail is customarily docked so that when the dog raises the tail into the air it is even with the top of the head, giving the dog a square appearance. Note: docking tails is illegal in most parts of Europe. The coat is double with a soft undercoat and a wiry, hard, dense outer coat with bushy eyebrows, mustache and beard. Colors include black and tan and grizzle with a black jacket marking over the back. Puppies
are born all black and as their coats lighten the jacket marking remains black.
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Temperament |
The Welsh Terrier is a
vigilant, active, cheerful dog, which is affectionate and
intelligent. Loving, devoted, playful and happy, they are usually patient with children and
can withstand rough play. Curious, courageous, hardy, energetic and peppy, they are best suited to an active family. Welsh
Terriers need plenty of exercise along with leadership, clearly knowing the rules of the home and what is expected of them. This structure is what makes a dog happy and well balanced. When a dog is lacking in this they can become timid, and unsure. They can also possibly become dog-aggressive and stubborn as they make up their own rules. They will not listen if they sense that they are stronger minded than their owner, however they will also not respond well to harsh discipline. Owners need to be calm, yet possess an air of natural authority. Socialize this breed well with people, places, dogs and other animals. The Welsh Terrier has a slightly lower energy level than some of the other hunting terrier breeds. They like to swim and dig. Some can be difficult to
housebreak. The Welsh Terrier is bright enough to understand
quickly what you want of them but, if you are not a calm, assertive leader, they can be sly enough to try to divert you from
your intentions. Give these dogs constant variety in their training and remain
consistent towards them. Remember to always be your dogs pack leader.
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Height, Weight |
Height: Maximum
allowed: 15 (39cm)
Weight: 20-21 pounds (9-9½kg) |
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Health Problems |
Some lines are prone to eye problems and skin irritations.
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Living Conditions |
Welsh Terriers will do
okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They are very active
indoors and a small yard is sufficient. |
Exercise |
The Welsh Terrier is
untiring. They need to be taken for a daily walk or jog. It is always ready to play with a ball and to run and gambol off the
leash in the open countryside. The Welsh Terrier likes to chase after anything that moves. Take caution when letting them off their lead. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 10-12 years. |
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Grooming |
The Welsh Terrier needs to
have its coat plucked two, three, or more times a year depending upon the
condition of the coat. It also requires grooming with a brush and comb a number
of times each week. The dogs that are to be shown will require even greater
levels of attention to their grooming. The longer hair at the feet, on the
belly, and around the face, give the Welsh Terrier its typical appearance. This
breed sheds little to no hair. |
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Origin |
The Welsh Terrier was
originally called the Black-and-Tan Wire Haired Terrier, Old English Terrier and at one point called the old Reddish-Black Wirehaired Terrier. Developed in Wales, they were bred for their hunting abilities particularly with badger, fox and otter. The dogs would go down into the dens to drive out the prey for the hunter and would commonly be taken out with packs of hounds. The breed was first shown in England in 1884. Prescott Lawrence first brought the breed to America in 1888. Some of the
Welsh Terrier's talents include: hunting, tracking, watchdog, agility,
and performing tricks.
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Terrier, AKC, Terrier |
Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB,
CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CET, APRI, ACR, DRA |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CET = Club
Español de Terriers (Spanish Terrier Club)
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
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Murphy, the Welsh Terrier at 3
years old. "He's a handful, but we wouldn't give him up for the
world."
Photo Courtsy of Mollee's Page.
Photos Courtsy of Mollee's Page.
Photos Courtsy of Mollee's Page.
Photos Courtsy of Mollee's Page.
Photos Courtsy of Mollee's Page.
Hunting Dogs
Small Dogs vs. Medium and Large Dogs
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