Welsh Terrier
A sturdy, black-and-tan Welsh terrier that is friendly, playful and always ready for an adventure.
At a glance
- Size
- Small
- Height at the withers
- Males 36–39 cm · Females 34–37 cm
- Weight
- Males 9–10 kg · Females 8.5–9.5 kg
- Life expectancy
- 12–15 years
- Exercise
- 45–90 min a day
- Grooming
- Regular trips to a groomer
- Coat
- Wire-haired, Double coat, short
- Colours
- Black and tan
- Bred for
- Terrier work, Companionship
- Country of origin
- United Kingdom
- FCI
- Group 3, no. 78 · Terriers
Breeders on Kuldo
No breeders on Kuldo have this breed yet.
Living with the breed
| Affectionate with family | 4/5 – High |
|---|---|
| Good with children | 4/5 – High |
| Good with other dogs | 2/5 – Low |
| Good with cats | 2/5 – Low |
| Open to strangers | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Energy | 4/5 – High |
| Playfulness | 4/5 – High |
| Needs mental stimulation | 4/5 – High |
| Easy to train | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Prey drive | 5/5 – Very high |
| Watchful and protective | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Barking | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Shedding | 1/5 – Very low |
| Grooming effort | 4/5 – High |
| Drooling | 1/5 – Very low |
| Good for first-time owners | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Suits apartment living | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Adaptability | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Copes with being alone | 2/5 – Low |
| Copes with heat | 3/5 – Moderate |
| Copes with cold | 4/5 – High |
Kuldo's own guidance from the breed's typical traits. Every dog is an individual, so talk to the breeder.
Is it the right breed for you?
Great if you …
- want a low-shedding, medium-small active dog
- have a family who enjoys outdoor activities
- like a playful, cheerful companion
Think twice if you …
- keep cats or small pets
- already have a dominant dog
- can't keep up with regular grooming
Care
Temperament
Friendly, lively and outgoing, with a playful spirit and a strong will. More even-tempered than some terriers but still bold.
Exercise
About an hour of daily activity keeps it content; it enjoys hiking, agility, earthdog work and play.
Grooming
Brush weekly and have the coat hand-stripped or clipped every two to three months; shedding is minimal.
Training
Intelligent and quick, but can be stubborn. Use positive, varied training and work steadily on recall.
Health
Glaucoma, lens luxation and skin allergies are among the conditions reported in the breed. Ask the breeder for eye results on both parents.
Health tests breeders usually do
- Eye examination
Ask the breeder to show you the parents' results.
About the breed
The Welsh Terrier is one of the older British terrier breeds, used in Wales to hunt foxes, otters and badgers alongside hounds. It was first shown under its own name in the 1880s and keeps much of its working instinct.
At home it is cheerful, affectionate and generally good with children, though it can be bossy with other dogs and is keen to chase small animals. It needs exercise, mental stimulation and a secure garden. Its wiry coat sheds very little, but needs regular stripping or clipping to stay neat.
Did you know?
The Welsh Terrier was first recognised by the UK Kennel Club in 1886.