Welsh Terrier
Breed Profile
Group: Terrier
Origin: Wales
Colour: Black and tan for preference, or black grizzle and tan
Lifespan: 14 years
sociable • curious • playful • tenacious
Owner's Guide
Welsh Terriers are active, curious and busy, always looking for something to do. Courageous and independent, they have not lost their hunting spirit and are unlikely to back down if challenged.
Originally bred to hunt and kill rats and other small animals.
Special characteristics
Alert and easily aroused, the Welsh Terrier has a hard bite.
Exercise requirements
Medium. Enjoys exercise and games.
Attitude to
owners affectionate, loyal
children good if raised with them
other pets may kill small pets, may injure cats unless raised with them
strangers can be wary, territorial
unfamiliar dogs can be problematic
Perfect owner
Experienced, confident owner who has the time and energy to play, train and exercise a dog with an exuberant, independent character.
Potential problems
Tends to be aggressive to other dogs.
This dog's coat needs regular stripping or clipping to keep it in good condition.
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