Rottweiler vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

4/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

Rottweiler

1/5 · Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

11-15 years

Easiest to Train

Rottweiler

5/5 · Easy

Most Active

🤝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

4/6

67%

Rottweiler

4/6

67%

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Basic Info

Origin
Germany
Ireland
Popularity
#8
#49
Common Names & Aliases
RottRottie
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten TerrierWheatie
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
LargeGiant
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 43-59 kg, Female: 38-52 kg
Male: 16-20 kg, Female: 14-18 kg
Average Weight
Male: 51 kg, Female: 45.4 kg
Male: 18.1 kg, Female: 15.9 kg
Height
Male: 61-69 cm, Female: 56-63 cm
Male: 46-51 cm, Female: 43-48 cm
Average Height
Male: 65 cm, Female: 59.5 cm
Male: 48.5 cm, Female: 45.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
5/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$1200-$2000
$800-$1000
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AlertFearlessIndependentLoyalCourageousGood-naturedIntelligentProtective
AffectionateFaithfulPlayfulEnergeticIntelligentSpirited
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
4/5
Prey Drive
4/5
3/5
Affection Level
3/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
1/5
3/5
Playful Nature
3/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
4/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
High
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
8-12 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
AllergiesAortic StenosisBloatElbow DysplasiaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismOsteosarcomaPanosteitisSubvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Addison's DiseaseAllergiesCancerRenal Dysplasia
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
3/5
Food Consumption
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
Coat Colors
MahoganyTanRustBlack
Wheaten
Grooming Requirements
1/5
5/5
Shedding Level
3/5
2/5
Drooling Tendency
4/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Dense
Curly
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
1/5
Child Compatibility
2/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
1/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
1/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Below Average
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Not Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Not really
Military Service Background
Yes
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
8-12 puppies
5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian 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.Colonial Rottweiler ClubDeutscher Rottweiler KlubInternational Rottweiler Club
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
Winner / Best value