Wheatons are known to be hypoallergenic, which means that they don’t have the typical two coats, (top coat and under coat), which produces layers of fur to be shed. Farmers can train them to do just about anything they need them to do around their property. They’re very intelligent and responsive, which is why they make good farm dogs. The dogs are very loyal and people oriented. They Were used to work on farms as protectors, hunting vermin, and moving livestock, from herding flocks of sheep and even cattle. The Wheatens were used as all-around farm dogs and herding dogs. This breed was left for the lower class, which is why, ovver time, they were given the name, the “Poorman’s Wolfhound.” This was the law, which is why the lower class adopted the Wheaten’s as their dogs for hunting. The lower class were not allowed to own hound dogs, such as any Spaniels or Beagles and other breeds. Wheaten’s were known as a poor man’s dog.
Owners will see their pup’s fur begin to change once they are over 6 months old, and should be their full, true color by the time they are 12 to 14 months old. Over time, the fur lightens to a golden brown, the shades of wheat from which their name is derived. Soft-coated Wheaten Terriers are born with dark-colored fur, from very dark brown to maybe shades of black mixed in. Like many animals when they are born, they are born with different colored fur than what it will be as an adult. The breed was not popular in America until the 1950’s and did not become a registered AKC breed until 1973. These are such adorable, loving dogs and those who own a Wheaten, easily fall in love with the breed. Of all the things that come from Ireland, it is said that the Wheaten Terrier is the favorite, and it’s no wonder.
The breed originally comes from Ireland, Emeril Isle, Ireland, to be exact. Here are seven things you didn’t know about the Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier. There are a lot of interesting facts about the soft-coated Wheaten Terrier that many people may not know, so we’ve compiled a list so that you can learn more about the breed. They are distinctively known for their tuft of hair that grows down the center of their face or muzzle. They are “people” dogs, meaning that they love to be around people, and primarily their family. The breed make for excellent family pets, and they have a very gentle nature that is great around children.
The soft-coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium sized dog that has soft, fluffy fur and is a fun, energetic, and very loving dog.
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