Welsh Terrier

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Dog Breed Group

Terrier Dogs 

Origin of Breed

Wales, hunting dog. 

Life Expectancy

10 - 12 Years 

Color

Black and tan; also black, grizzle and tan. 

Coat

Abundant, wiry, hard and close. 

Exercise Needs

Regular daily exercise, on or off the leash. Enjoys a game of ball or a run in the countryside. 

Temperament

He is an affectionate dog who with an outgoing nature making him an ideal family pet. The Welsh Terrier is also active and playf 

Good with Children

Usually patient with children. Good with other pets, if socialized from a young age not to chase. 

Grooming Needs

Brush three times per week, bathe when necessary. Regularly trimming of his coat is needed if showing, preferably by hand-stripp 

Average Size - Male (in)

15 - 15.5 

Average Size - Female (in)

Proportionately smaller 

Average Weight - Male (lbs)

20 

Average Weight - Female (lbs)

20 

Health Issues

Free of major hereditary health problems.v

Living Conditions

An apartment is adequate if daily exercise is provided. 

Breed Description

Bold and spirited, the Welsh Terrier is not as hot-headed as some of the other terriers. He is reserved around strangers, and makes a brave watchdog. Developed in North Wales and the north of England he was used to hunt otter, fox and badgers. His direct ancestors are two strains. The Celtic strain using the coarse-haired Black and Tan Terrier and the English strain using the Airedale and Fox Terrier.