Boxer vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Compare the Boxer to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boxers and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

Boxer vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
53-70 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
Ireland
Origin Year
1894 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Corneal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Aortic stenosis
Boxer cardiomyopathy
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boxer
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
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