Kerry Blue Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
28-40 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Ireland
Ireland
Origin Year
Unspecified
1937 AD
Temperament
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Unspecified
Above Average
Family Friendly
Unspecified
Above Average
Child Friendly
Unspecified
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Unspecified
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Unspecified
Above Average
Personality
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Protective
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
Unspecified
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
0 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Unspecified
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Dry eye
Skin infections
Hyperkeratosis
Otitis externa
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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