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Welsh Terrier Champions
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Pronunciation:
welsh ter-ee-er
Breed Description:
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog is a medium sized breed that should be robust and sturdy. They should have the appearance of a well-balanced dog with strong bones and an alertness that is seen in the carriage of the head. The head should be rectangular in shape and the ears should be small and "v" shaped. The ears should be folded forward. The top line is usually level and the height is should be equal to the length. The tail is medium in length but is commonly docked.
The coat of the Welsh Terrier should consist of a short, slightly harsh undercoat and a short topcoat that is slightly wavy. The coat should have a wiry texture, which is known as broken, and should be lying straight on the body. The color can either be black, tan and grizzle or black and tan and there should be specific markings of the darker color. The black or grizzle should be on the back and upper sides as a saddle while the rest of the dog is tan.
Temperament:
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog is a happy and intelligent breed that is known for being a playful and clown-like breed. They are very alert dogs and while they enjoy a good time, they aren't so focused on play that they aren't watching what is going on. They are usually suspicious of strangers and will often make an excellent guard dog. They need a lot of socialization to make them accept strangers. The breed is exceptional with kids and tends to be very patient and tolerant with them. They do well with other dogs but they do have a strong prey drive, which makes them unsuitable for homes with small pets. This is a breed that is intelligent, energetic and has an uncanny ability to get into trouble.
Height:
The average height for a Welsh Terrier is between 14 and 15 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Welsh Terrier is between 20 to 21 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog is considered to be a healthy breed but they do suffer from a number of health concerns including glaucoma, allergies, hypothyroidism and epilepsy.
Living Conditions:
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog can do well in apartments, however, the ideal is a home with a large fenced yard where they can enjoy their terrier activities. This is a breed that enjoys digging, chasing and barking so giving them an area to do all of this is the best option for their living conditions. The Welsh Terrier should not live outdoors.
Exercise:
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog is a very energetic breed and require at least 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 14 years
Grooming:
The Welsh Terrier breed of dog can be fairly easy to groom and should only need to be brushed once a week to keep the coat healthy and tidy. In addition to brushing, you will need to strip the coat every few months to remove dead hairs. The ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis and the nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Welsh Terrier was developed in England and while it is unclear how they came to be, we do know that they were originally used for as a hunting dog. In fact, they gained a fair amount of popularity in the 1800's because of their bravery and the breed was used to hunt badgers, foxes and even otters. The breed is believed to be one of the oldest breeds of Terriers and may even have been originally known as the Black and Tan Wirehaired Terrier. Although the breed was popular in England, it did not become known as the Welsh Terrier until 1885. The breed was imported to the United States in 1888 and has risen to be a popular breed in North America. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
