Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier(Soft-coatedWheaten Terrier), also known as Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier Color Terrier, Original Made in Ireland, it originated in the 18th century. The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is believed to be Ireland's oldest terrier, common in Carey and Cork, but the exact birthplace is ominous. He is an otter and badger hunter. It is a medium sized, brave and well-coordinated sporting terrier. It is the oldest terrier in Ireland. The Irish Softhaired Terrier is a happy, determined dog who appears contented and confident. He was alert and seemed interested in his surroundings. Compared with other terriers, it is less aggressive.

Chinese name: Irish Soft-coated Terrier

English name: Soft-coatedWheatenTerrier

Alternative name: Soft-coated Wheaten   Terrier

Kingdom: Animalia

Department: Chordate

Class: Mammalia

Order: Carnivora

Family: Canidae

Genus: Canis

Species: Domestic Dog

Region: Ireland

Size: One medium sized

Personality: Brave, well-coordinated movement

Irish Softhaired Terrier is a medium sized, brave and well-coordinated A sporting terrier, he is distinguished by his soft silky, slightly wavy coat, a soft wheat color, and a square body outline. And his characteristic gentle temperament.

The Irish Softhaired Terrier is a happy, determined dog who appears contented and confident. He is alert, curious, and appears interested in his surroundings. Compared with other terriers, it is less aggressive. This breed requires moderate body structure and appearance, and any exaggeration is is unnecessary. His whole temperament should be that of an alert and happy animal, graceful, strong and well-coordinated.

Some sources describe him as a kind of brave dog, smart and calm in capturing small prey, courageous and patient in tending livestock and gardens, being both a companion and a companion to his master. Be a caregiver.

Irish Softhaired Terrier like other dogs Similar to the dietary taboos that should not be neglected, young dogs are the same as children and young people, they are physically strong and recover faster from eating a bad stomach, etc., but the old Irish Terrier There is no room for such tossing, and you must pay attention to your diet.

Irish Softhaired Terrier Feeding Tips for Seniors

As your dog gets older, you will be less active and need less energy, so you Keep an eye on her weight and reduce feeding if necessary to keep her weight normal. This is especially important for an older dog, as body fat can put increased stress on the heart, lungs, muscles, and joints. Obese dogs have relatively short lifespans. If your dog is obese, a veterinarian will prescribe a low-calorie diet.

Some dogs experience a decline in their digestive system as they age. These dogs will not be able to fully absorb all the nutrients they are ingesting and will lose weight, in which case they are better off eating smaller meals. Some highly nutritious, tasty, digestible foods are ideal.

Changes to its diet may help relieve some ailments. For example, dogs with kidney disease should reduce their phosphorus and protein intake, and if they have heart disease, their salt intake should be reduced. A veterinarian will provide reasonable advice on a dog's diet. You can also get special foods from your veterinarian for various conditions. These food preparations use professional technology and experience.

You need to keep your dog well hydrated. Keep an eye on her water intake and seek veterinary help if it suddenly increases, as this could be a sign of a medical condition—for example, kidney disease or diabetes.

Some older Irish Softhaired Terriers may suffer from cervical spondylosis, so when feeding, they may have difficulty lowering their head. In this case, the tray should be placed at a suitable height to facilitate feeding. . Or directly buy a pet special water bottle, put it in a fixed place, suitable Height, so that you don't have to worry about his drinking water.

Irish Wolfhound is a medium sized breed, ideally males should be between 18-19 inches at the shoulder and 18.5 inches in size. The ideal bitch should be between 17 and 18 inches at the withers, with a height of 17.5 inches at the withers. Any deviation will be penalized according to its magnitude. The outline of the body is square. The structure is strong and well-proportioned. Male dogs weigh about 35 to 40 pounds; female dogs weigh about 30 to 35 pounds.

Head

Coordinated and in proper proportion to the body. Rectangular in shape; medium length. Powerful without appearing rough. The eyes are dark reddish-brown or brown, medium in size, slightly almond-shaped, and moderately spaced apart. The eye circles are black, and the main defect: any near-yellow eyes.

Ears can be of small to medium size, with the crease of the ear flush with the top of the head, drooping, slightly forward, with the inside of the ear close to the cheek, the tip of the ear pointing towards the ground and not towards the eye. Hound-shaped ears or ears that are set too high are serious defects.

The skull is flat, with clean between the ears. No prominent cheekbones. The stop is clear. The muzzle is strong and strong, set below the eyes. Not at all rude. The skull is roughly the same length as the muzzle.

The nose mirror is black and relatively large in size. Major flaw: Noses of any colour except pure black.

The lips are tight and black. Teeth large, clean, and white; scissors or pincer bite. Major Defects: Upper jaw overbite or lower jaw overbite.

Neck, topline, and body

Neck of medium length, neat and strong, without throat. Lifted proudly, it gradually widens towards the shoulders, joining smoothly with the shoulders. The back is strong and level. Compact body; tight fit. Deep chest. Ribs well supported but not rounded. Docked tail, held up cheerfully, but never rolled over on the back.

Forequarters

Shoulders good, clean and smooth; well integrated. The forelegs are straight and well boned. Dewclaws should be removed. The feet are round and compact, with thick pads. Foot pads are black. Toenails are black.

Hindquarters

The hindquarters are well developed and the hind knees are well angled, neither in nor out; the hocks are set low and parallel to each other. Dewclaws should be removed. In competition, dewclaws on the hind legs are a serious defect. The feet are round and compact, with thick pads. Foot pads are black. Toenails are black.

Coat

The coat will be Irish Softhaired TerriersThe main characteristics that distinguish them from other terriers. A dense single coat covers its entire body, legs and head. Soft, silky texture with gentle waves. Puppies and young dogs have coats that are not as wavy as in adult dogs. Major Defects: Woolly or rough-textured, curly or fluffy coat; adult dogs are also deficient if the coat is straight.

Competition - In competition, the Irish Softhaired Terrier must exhibit the outline of a terrier, but at the same time the coat needs to be of sufficient length to give the coat a fluidity when walking. The coat cannot be trimmed or stripped. The head coat needs to be groomed to give a rectangular appearance. The eyes need to be exposed but not necessarily fully exposed. Wings adorn the ears. The head, cheeks, neck, and tail must have enough hair to match the length of the body coat. Over-pruning is a serious flaw.

Color

Wheat in varying shades. On closer inspection, there may also be occasional red, white, or black hairs. However, except for the ears and muzzle, which sometimes appear blue-gray, other parts must be wheat-colored and cannot have other colors. Major flaw: Any color other than wheat.

Puppies under 1 year may appear darker in color, even with black tips. Dogs under 2 years of age are usually very light in color, but never white, and gray ears and muzzle are not allowed. However, by age 2, the wheatish color should be noticeable.

Gait

The gait should be light, graceful and lively, with good extension of the forelegs and good drive of the hindquarters. The front and rear paws are neither turned in nor out. Dogs that cannot keep their tails upright while on the move are seriously handicapped.

Temperament

The Irish Soft-Coated Terrier is a happy, determined dog who appears contented and confident. He was alert and seemed interested in his surroundings. Compared with other terriers, it is less aggressive. Major flaw: Timid or overly aggressive.