Welsh Terrier

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SORRY we don't breed over this breed
 

Frequently asked questions
Our english texts were translates by an automatic translator. Sorry for the formulation erreurs.
The Welsh Terrier is a very rare breed in Canada. The Welsh Terrier is the ancestor of Airedale.
It is a pity he is not better known than that, it is so pleasant to handle. It is a very active dog, but that is capable of doing the statue. When taking the key or speaks, it does not move and therefore to be left to itself it becomes very active. It is a great athlete who can also relaxation period.
Due to its very low loss of hair, it is well suited to the allergen.
The Welsh Terrier is like many Terrier, a little stubborn. If not carefully prepared, it often turned a deaf ear when the call and he looks at something else. He likes to sniff new smells.
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Height: Weight:
    12 to 14 inches.      18 to 20 pounds.  
Description
The Welsh Terrier looks like a small Airedale Terrier, compact and rugged- looking, with a wiry coat. The head is long, flat and rectangular, with bushy eyebrows, mustache and beard. The muzzle is squared at the end, never pointed. The V-shaped ears fold forward. The nose is black and the almond-shaped eyes are small and dark. The teeth meet in a scissors or level bite (scissors bite is preferred). The cat-like feet are small and rounded. The top of the back forms a straight, level line. Dewclaws on front and back legs are removed. The harsh wiry coat comes in black-and-tan, or black, tan and grizzle. Puppies are born all black. The extremities then lighten gradually, leaving a black "jacket". The tail is docked and carried gaily.
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Characteristics
 The coat requires regular care. A little more quiet than other terriers with long legs. Aime pursue what he sees, so there is the freedom to leave except in an enclosed area unless it is very well prepared. Aime swim. Some like to dig.
 
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Personality
Loving, loyal and hardy. Curious and playful. Happy, energetic and spunky. Best with a young, active family. Generally brave, though some tend to be timid when touched unexpectedly. Socialize well when young to combat this tendency. Some are very combative with other animals and some are not quarrelsome at all.
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History
The Welsh Terrier was originally developed in Wales to hunt otter, fox and badger in their dens and also to hunt with hounds in packs. The breed was probably an offshoot of the old British Black-and-Tan Terrier. The Welsh Terrier was first shown in England in 1884 and first imported to the United States in 1888. Today's Welsh Terrier is primarily a companion dog, but still retains his hunting ability.
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Behaviours
Children:Best with older, considerate children.
Friendliness: Reserved with strangers.
Trainability: can be very difficult
Independence:  independent.
Dominance: High.
Other Pets: Generally good with other pets.
Combativeness: Tends to be fairly dog-aggressive.
Noise: Not a barker.
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Physical and toileting needs
Grooming: Regular grooming is best.
Trimming & Stripping: Professional trimming or stripping needed.
Coat: Wiry coat.
Shedding: Very light.
Docking: The tail is customarily docked.
Exercise: Needs lots of exercise.
indoors: Very active indoors.
IApartments: Will be OK in an apartment if sufficiently exercised.
Outdoor Space: A small yard is sufficient.
Climate: Does well in most climates.
Owner: not Good for novice owners.
Longevity: Average (10 to 12 years).
 
 
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