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Welsh Terrier
Breed origin: Wales
Original purpose: Hunting otters, foxes, and badgers.
AKC recognized: 1888
AKC group: Terrier
Size:
Weight: 20 to 22 lbs
Size: Height: males 15 to 15½ inches;
females proportionally smaller
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Color: Black (or grizzle) and tan.
Life span: 12 to 13 years.
General characteristics/temperament: The Welsh Terrier is alert, aware, spirited, friendly, intelligent, courageous, and outgoing. They have a desire to please and are fairly easy to handle. But on the other hand, they tend be assertive and require patience and a persistent approach to obedience train. They have high energy levels and need plenty of exercise. If bored, they might become destructive. They typically have a hunting instinct, and will chase anything that moves, including cats.
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Good with children? Yes with older children, but need to be taught not to play too rough with them.
Good with other dogs? Yes
Good with cats? No
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Intelligent? Yes
Energy/Activity Level: High
Grooming requirement: Brush frequently to remove dead hairs. They are minimal shedders if kept well groomed. Baths are seldom needed.
Known health problems: Epilepsy, glaucoma, allergies, hypothyroidism.
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Other websites for additional information:
American Kennel Club breed page
Welsh Terrier Club of America
Wikipedia breed information page
Welsh Terrier Rescue
DogBreedMatch
