Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Whippet

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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Whippet
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
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General Details
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
30-45 Pounds
20-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1937 AD
1610 AD
Temperament
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Addison's disease
Von willebrand's disease
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Deafness
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Arthritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Whippet
Breed Colors
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Brindle
Blue Brindle
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Brindle
White and Blue Fawn
White and Blue Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Fawn Brindle
White and Red
White and Red
White and Red Brindle
White and Red Brindle
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