Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
8-11 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
18-24 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1700 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
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
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
None to Low
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Hypothyroidism
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Glaucoma
Obesity
Skin allergies
Blindness
Eye problems
Lymphosarcoma
Intervertebral disc disease
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Mustard
Mustard
Pepper
Pepper
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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