Golden Retriever vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Golden Retriever vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1865 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
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
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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