Scottish Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Scottish Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-11 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
18-22 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
-55 BC
1937 AD
Temperament
Scottish 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
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Low
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
11 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Scottie cramp
Westie jaw
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Scottish Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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