Before You Adopt
Tips for finding the best cat or dog for you; plus: preparing for a puppy
Adopt a Welsh Terrier
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Family:
terrier
Area of origin:
Wales
Original function:
otter, fox, badger, and rat hunting
Average size of male:
Ht: 18-19, Wt: 35-40
Average size of female:
Ht: 17-18, Wt: 30-35
Other names:
none
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Cold tolerance
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Heat tolerance
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Welsh Terrier Dog Temperament
The Welsh, although more mild-mannered than many terriers, is still playful and mischievous enough to provide plenty of entertainment and challenges, yet he is calm enough to be a reliable house pet. He is independent, inquisitive and sensitive. He needs daily exercise in a safe area. He may dig and bark.
Welsh Terrier Dog Care
The Welsh terrier needs a moderate walk on leash every day or an invigorating play session. If allowed to run off leash, he should be in a safe area because he tends to hunt. The Welsh does best when allowed access to house and yard. His wiry jacket needs combing two to three times weekly, plus shaping every three months. Shaping for pets is by clipping or stripping.
Welsh Terrier Dog Health
Major concerns: none
Minor concerns: lens luxation
Occasionally seen: cataracts, patellar luxation, distichiasis
Suggested tests: eye, (knee)
Life span: 12-14 years
Dogs Related to the Welsh Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
Border Terrier
Bull Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Irish Terrier
Shelters with Welsh Terrier Dogs
Some animal welfare organizations with Welsh Terriers ready for adoption:
