Irish Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🀝 Tie

Easiest to Train

🀝 Tie

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

6/6

100%

Irish Terrier

6/6

100%

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

6/6

100%

Welsh Terrier

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Ireland
Ireland
Wales
Popularity
#114
#49
#109
Common Names & Aliases
DaredevilIrish Red Terrier
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten TerrierWheatie
Welshie
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Medium
Small
Weight Statistics
11-12 kg
Male: 16-20 kg, Female: 14-18 kg
Male: 8-10 kg, Female: 8-10 kg
Average Weight
11.8 kg
Male: 18.1 kg, Female: 15.9 kg
Male: 9.3 kg, Female: 9.3 kg
Height
43 cm
Male: 46-51 cm, Female: 43-48 cm
Male: 36-41 cm, Female: 33-38 cm
Average Height
43 cm
Male: 48.5 cm, Female: 45.5 cm
Male: 38.5 cm, Female: 35.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
3/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
3/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$600-$800
$800-$1000
$800-$1200
Availability
4/5
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
DominantLivelyRespectfulIntelligentProtectiveTrainable
AffectionateFaithfulPlayfulEnergeticIntelligentSpirited
AlertIntelligentIndependentFriendlySpiritedLoving
Sensitivity Level
3/5
4/5
3/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
4/5
4/5
Prey Drive
2/5
3/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
4/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
5/5
Playful Nature
4/5
4/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
4/5
4/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
1/5
2/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
11-15 years
10-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
2/5
3/5
2/5
Health Problems
Not available
Addison's DiseaseAllergiesCancerRenal Dysplasia
Skin Irritation
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Average
Frequent
Energy Rating
5/5
4/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
2/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
4/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
3/5
3/5
Food Consumption
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
Yes
Yes
Coat Colors
RedWheaten
Wheaten
TanGrizzleBlack
Grooming Requirements
4/5
5/5
4/5
Shedding Level
1/5
2/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
StraightWiry
Curly
WaterproofWirySoft
Bathing Needs
8-12 weeks
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
2/5
1/5
1/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
4/5
2/5
Stranger Friendly
2/5
4/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Below Average
Not Good
Not Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-6 puppies
5-8 puppies
4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Club Espanol De TerriersIrish Kennel Club
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value