Description: Bold and spirited, the Welsh Terrier is similar to the Airedale Terrier and Lakeland Terrier in appearance. A true terrier at heart, they are not as hot-headed as some of the other terriers. They are affectionate dogs who have outgoing natures making them ideal family pets. Welsh Terrier is reserved around strangers, and make brave watchdogs. Welsh Terrier is a game dog-alert, aware, spirited-but at the same time, is friendly and shows self control. The Welsh Terrier is intelligent and has a desire to please which is evident in their attitude.

Height: 14 - 15.5 inches
Weight: 20 - 21 lbs

Colors: Black and tan; also black, grizzle and tan.
Coat: Abundant, wiry, hard and close.

Temperament: The Welsh Terrier is active, playful
With Children: Yes, usually patient with children.
With Pets: Yes, if socialized from a young age not to chase.
Special Skills: Hunting dog and family pet

Watch-dog: Very High
Guard-dog: Low

Care and Exercise: Brush your Welsh Terrier three times per week, bathe when necessary. Regularly trimming of their coat is needed if showing, preferably by hand-stripping. Regular daily exercise, on or off the leash. The Welsh Terrier enjoys a game of ball or a run in the countryside.
Training: A Welsh Terrier needs basic obedience training to make them an enjoyable companion. Give them a constant variety and remain consistent as they will try to divert you from your intentions.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - Low, Problem Solving - Medium

Activity: Very High
Living Environment: An apartment is adequate if daily exercise is provided.

Health Issues: Free of major hereditary health problems.

Life Span: 10 - 12 Years
Litter Size: 3 - 6

Country of Origin: Celtic
History: Developed in North Wales and the north of England they were used to hunt otter, fox and badgers. Their direct ancestors are two strains. The Celtic strain using the coarse-haired Black and Tan Terrier and the English strain using the Airedale and Fox Terrier.

First Registered by the AKC: 1888
AKC Group: Terrier
Class: Terrier
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 3), KC (GB), UKC

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