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TEMPERAMENT
AND DISPOSITION
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Many
ask
are
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers
good with children?
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Yes,
they are generally very good with children
and seem to have an instinctive tolerance for
children's rough play without showing
aggressiveness. Yet they are sturdy dogs and not
easily injured. Wheatens are also good with
the sick and elderly and have been
successful as therapy dogs.
Yet their are no miracle dogs.
Puppies need training and discipline as
any dog does,
so not to develop bad habits. Good
training
is required for your puppy to reach it’s
full potential as a valuable and
trusted companion.
The Wheaten is trimmed to show a terrier outline without exaggerated stylization. The head should be blended to give
a rectangular look with the beard balancing the fall. Eyes should only be indicated, not exposed. The coat is thinned, not clipped or
plucked, and should be long enough to flow when the dog is in motion. The motion should be free and graceful with good front
reach and strong rear drive. Feet should turn neither in nor out and the tail should be carried erect.
The
Wheaten terriers are happy dogs and carry themselves with pride, gaiety and
self-confidence. He's alert to what goes on around him yet maintains
a steady disposition. He is less aggressive than most other terriers yet
will acquit himself admirably when given the chance to face off and spar.
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Are
Soft Coated Wheatens good with other pets?
Wheatens
are probably the most social breed of terriers. They display little
dog-to-dog
aggressiveness and are less territorial as well. They will get along with
other household pets, especially if the introductions and adjustments take
place while the dog is still a young puppy.
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Can
Softies live in the city?
The
Wheatens make fine dogs for apartment dwellers as long as their exercise
requirements are met (more walking when there's no yard).
Their
size is convenient, they are exceptionally sociable, and do not disturb
neighbors with barking. An article in "New York" magazine in
1969? billed the Wheaten as "the perfect apartment dog" while a
"New Yorker" Talk of the Town piece from November 8, 1982
discussed meeting a Wheaten on Broadway.
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Do
Soft Coated Wheatens bark? / Are they good watchdogs?
They
are not, as a rule, given to barking, but they are alert to their
surroundings and generally will announce visitors. Usually when a Wheaten
barks, it is best to investigate the situation. They are not particularly territorial,
but they are very loyal to their family. Their size and loyalty will make
them good for personal protection, but they are much too sociable to be a
guard dog.
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What
is a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier welcome?
They
are well known for their habit of introducing themselves to strangers (and
friends) by jumping straight up and very happily letting you know that
they love you. Their individual
training will determine the amount of personal contact from none to
jumping right into the open arms of their owner.
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What
other types of behavior are typical of Wheatens?
The
following list of Wheatie characteristics is taken from responses of
different Wheaten owners. Not all Wheaties will display all of these
traits, but don't be surprised if a Wheaten demonstrates any of them. Also,
they are not all unique to Wheaties.
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Fast dashes around the house and yard
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Whirling when feeling happy
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passionate, lightning-fast 'kissing' (your face, ears, hands)
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Sleeping on back with feet up or body twisted
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Beard wiping
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Sleeping across couch cushions
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Dropping toys behind couch
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Resting their head on your knee to get petting (dinner, let out, etc.)
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Dislike of hot weather, with inactivity
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Sitting on things like the curb, your foot, etc. (as if it were a chair)
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Putting on a "Camille" act; if you send them away, you can hear
their little hearts breaking with each step they take! Also known as the,
'Pitiful Pearl Act'. They can 'guilt trip' you from 40 paces.
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They sit on other dogs in play
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Many (not all, but maybe most) HATE to go out in the rain, but LOVE the
snow.
* Tremendously
sensitive to and will reflect your moods. Thrilled when you're happy. Sad
when you're sad.
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Hate to be yelled at.
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Attached to all family members.
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Friendly and outgoing. They "never met a stranger they didn't
like"
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Many are picky eaters.
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Occasionally stubborn.
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You don't GREET this dog, you WEAR her for an hour burrowing head in the corner
of the couch, under the pillows, so that all you see is body
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When walking on a leash, they take the leash in their mouth, and hold their head up
like they're walking themselves.
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Wheaties love to find sticks when they walk and carry them in their
mouth like a prized possession.
Also read our
FIRST TIME BUYERS section for additional information on temperament. . .
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