History

There is no documented true origin yet, but there are constant references to a The terrier had a soft coat, wheat color, and size consistent with today's soft-coated wheat terriers. This leads people to believe that the soft-coated wheaten terrier existed long before written records exist. At that time, dog championship challenges between dog owners were often fought in the form of a boxing match.

The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier has been known in Ireland for over 200 years and is considered by some to be an important ancestor of the Clayland Terrier. Legend has it that when the Spanish fleet sank off the coast of Ireland, the blue male dogs swam ashore and found a soft-coated wheat-colored terrier waiting and welcoming them on the shore.

At the initiative of Dr. GJ Pieise, the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier participated in the registration with the Irish Kennel Club, March 17, 1937 was an auspicious day for dogs in Ireland, the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Made his debut at the Irish Kennel Club Championship. For many years before winning the championship, the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier had been required to qualify for catching rats, rabbits and badgers in both major and minor athletics. The British Kennel Club registered it in 1943. 1967 St.Patrick's Day - another auspicious day, the American Soft Wheat Terrier Club was formed. The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier was recognized and registered by the American Kennel Club on May 1, 1973.

Origin

English name: Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier

Aliases: Short-coated Wheaten Terrier, Irish Soft-coated Terrier

Purpose: Companion From dogs, hounds

Life: 13-14 years

Personality

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 disadvantage: Timid or overly aggressive.

FCI Standard

Size

The height at the withers of male dogs is 18~19 inches (45.7 to 48.3 cm), the ideal size is 18.5 inches (47.0 cm).

The bitch should be between 17 and 18 inches (43.2 to 45.7 cm) at the shoulder, with an ideal height of 17.5 inches (44.5 cm).

Major Disadvantages: Males under 18 inches (45.7 cm) or over 19 inches (50.3 cm); females under 17 inches (43.2 cm) or over 18 inches (45.7 cm).

Any deviation will be penalized according to its magnitude.

The outline of the body is square. The structure is strong and well-proportioned.

The male dog weighs about 35 to 40 pounds (15.88 to 18.14 kilograms); the female dog weighs about 30 to 35 pounds (13.61 to 15.88 kilograms).

Head

The head is well-proportioned and the torso is proportioned. Rectangular in shape and moderate in length. The head is strong and not rough. Eyes dark reddish-brown or brown, medium in size, slightly almond-shaped, and widely spaced. Eyes black. The main defect is that the eye color is any color close to yellow, and the ears are small to medium. The ear folds are level with the skull and drape slightly forward, with the inner edges of the ears behind the cheeks and pointing towards the ground rather than the eyes. It is not typical to have dog ears or high folded ears. Flat and regular between the ears. The cheeks are not prominent, and the bridge of the nose is clear. The kiss is strong and powerful, the eyes are plump, and there is no sense of weakness. The skull is the same length as the face. Black nose. The bigger the dog, the bigger the nose. Any color of the nose other than a single black is a defect. The lips are tight and black. Teeth large and regular; white. Scissors bite or pincer bite. A malocclusion is a defect.

Neck

Neck of medium length, neat and strong, lifted proudly, widening gradually towards the shoulders, joining smoothly with the shoulders .

Topline and trunk

Back strong and level. Compact body; tight fit. Deep chest. Ribs well supported but not rounded. The docked tail is held up cheerfully, but must not be rolled over on the back.

Forequarters

The shoulder blades are well set back, smooth and strong. The front legs are straight and well boned, all dewclaws should be removed. Feet are round, compact, with thick pads, black, with dark toes.

Hindquarters

The hind legs are well developed and the knees are well flexed, neither in nor out. The hocks are close to the ground, parallel to each other. All dewclaws should be removed, and any dewclaws should be punished. Feet round and compact, with thick pads and black toes. The gait should be relaxed, graceful and lively.

Coat

The coat is the main characteristic that distinguishes it from other terriers. A dense single coat covers its entire body, legs, and head, which falls forward to cover its eyes. Soft, silky texture with gentle waves. Puppies and young dogs have coats that are not as wavy as in adult dogs. Different shades of wheat. On closer inspection, there may also be occasional red, white, or black hairs. However, except for the ears and muzzle, which sometimes appear bluish-gray, the rest must be wheatish, and there can be no other colors. Puppies under the age of 1 may appear darker in color and even have 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. The main disadvantage: the coat is rough wool-like, brittle, cotton-like or curly, etc., which are not up to the standard. Adult dogs are not allowed to have straight coats.

For performance purposes, the appearance of a terrier should be shown, but the coat must be of sufficient length to appear smooth when the dog moves. Never shear or pluck it. Obvious contrast or formatting must be avoided.

The head coat should blend in to give a rectangular appearance. Eyes are visible but should not be fully exposed. The coat on the edges of the ears should be trimmed, but the drooping parts of the ears should not be trimmed. The cranial, cheek, neck and tail coat should be left long enough to match the length of the trunk coat. Excessive pruning should be considered a serious defect.

Color

Any shade of wheat will do, careful inspection may occasionally reveal red, white or black hair. However, the colour of the whole body must be a clear wheat colour with no other colour except sometimes white or bluish grey on the ears or muzzle. Major Disadvantage: Any color except wheat.

Puppies and Adults Puppies under 1 year of age may have darker coats, or occasionally encounter black tips; adult dogs, young dogs under 2 years of age are fairly light in color, but never White or grey (except ears and muzzle); however, in dogs after 2 years of age, a proper wheat colour should be evident.

Gait

Free, graceful, lively, with good extension in the front legs and strong propulsion in the hind legs. The front and rear legs are neither in nor out. Dogs who cannot keep their tails upright during exercise should be considered defective.