Buyer question
How long does a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier live?
Our Animal Library gives the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier a lifespan of 12–14 years.
Source: the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier in the Animal Library
The detail
An Irish farm terrier bred to guard, herd and hunt vermin, the Wheaten has a silky, wheat-colored coat and an exuberant, people-loving nature. It greets everyone with enthusiasm, and it needs daily exercise, training and a lot of grooming.
- Best fit
- Families, active owners
- Temperament
- Exuberant, friendly, spirited
What to weigh
Wheatens jump up to greet people and chase small animals. The silky coat mats quickly without daily brushing, and the breed carries inherited kidney and gut disease risks.