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Welsh Terrier

Welsh Terrier
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Shoulder height
About 39 cm[1]
Origin
United Kingdom[1]
Weight
9 kg[3]
Lifespan
12–15 years[3]

Temperament

Intelligent, Friendly, Spirited

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Background and classification

A Welsh working terrier historically hunting foxes, badgers and otters. Similar in appearance to the Lakeland, it remains a distinct breed with its own coat and colour scope.

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Appearance and coat

A balanced compact body wears a wiry coat. The practical working outline contrasts with terriers whose longer softer hair creates different face and leg shapes.

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Coat and comparisons

Black-and-tan or black-grizzle-and-tan is preferred. Black pencilling on toes and black below the hocks are undesirable. The boundary between the darker body and tan areas is a useful observation.

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Sources

  1. Welsh Terrier
  2. Welsh Terrier
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