Sealyham Terrier

                                                        Sealyham Terrier

AKA:NA
Origin:Pembrokeshire,Wales
Size:Small
Ease of training:Low/Medium
Grooming:High
Shedding:Low
Exercise needed:Daily walks
Energy level:Low/Medium
Protection:Can make an effective watchdog
Good with children:Yes, with gentle, older children
Health clearances:CERF, BAER, heart clearance
Popularity:149/155

Sealyham Terrier Temperament

A determined, alert, and willful small dog, the Sealyham Terrier is an independent and undemanding dog. These dogs can be very strong headed and stubborn making training something of a challenge - he is best suited to a confident and assertive owner with some experience of dog ownership. The Sealyham Terrier needs to be socialized early on to promote a stable temperament, and firm, consistent training is important. These dogs enjoy digging, have a loud bark, and can be possessive of his belongings and food, so don't expect a quiet life when you have a Sealyham Terrier around. They also do not enjoy being handled roughly or teased, which is why they are better around older children that will not pester them.

Although the Sealyham Terrier can be very entertaining when he wants to be, he can also be calm and steady. These dogs are loyal and devoted when it comes to their families, but are not clingy pets. They are not overly active, but do enjoy regular walks as well as somewhere safe and secure to play - this is important, as the Sealyham Terrier tends to wander off chasing anything that makes the mistake of running away from him. These are adaptable dogs that will be happy living in an apartment as well as a house. His loud bark and devotion ot his family makes the Sealyham Terrier an effective watchdog. He can be stand offish and wary around strangers, and early socialization is advisable with other animals. They can also easily enter into quarrels with other dogs. Although the Sealyham Terrier can be bossy, he is intelligent and a quick learner, so with the right owner training can be less challenging.

Sealyham Terrier Appearance

Small in size and sturdy in build, the Sealyham Terrier is a robust little dog with an alert expression. The coat of the Sealyham Terrier is weather resistant underneath, with a wiry outer coat. These dogs are white in color and may have markings in colors that include badger, gray, tan, or lemon. He also has a distinctive beard, and small, folded ears. The weight of the Sealyham Terrier is around 21-23 pounds for females and 23-25 pounds for males. The height of these dogs is around 10-11 inches.

Sealyham Terrier Grooming

The grooming requirements for the Sealyham Terrier can be quite extensive, and you will need to brush his coat two or three times a week. For hygiene reasons his beard should be combed and cleaned on a daily basis. Every few months his coat may need to be clipped, or in the case of show dogs will need to be hand stripped. However, with proper grooming these dogs are low shedders, and may therefore suit those with allergies.

Sealyham Terrier Health Problems and Life Expectancy

The life expectancy of the Sealyham Terrier is around 12-15 years. There are a number of health problems to look out for with this breed, and this includes spinal problems, PRA, deafness, heart problems, cataracts, and glaucoma. Puppies should come with BAER certificates, and the parents of the Sealyham Terrier puppy should have CERF certificates.

Sealyham Terrier History

The Sealyham Terrier originates from Pembrokeshire in Wales, where he was developed in the nineteenth century by Captain Edwardes. A favorite with many worldwide celebrities in the 1920s and 1930s, these dogs were bred to hunt otters, badgers, and foxes. The breed was registered with the AKC in 1911.