The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is basically a healthy dog who, given proper care and nourishment, will live a long and active life. All breeds, however, are susceptible to inherited disease and the Wheaten is. Eyes should also be certified for Progressive Retinal Atropy (PRA). There are two more serious concerns that have been identified for SCWTs: Sensitivity to Anesthesia Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very sensitive to certain anesthetics, particularly those with a barbiturate base.
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Form and Function
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is an all-around dog, square-proportioned, graceful, and strong, not exaggerated in any way. Their gait is free and lively with good reach and drive; their tail held erect. Their abundant, soft, single coat distinguishes them from all other terriers. Their wavy coat is not evident in youngsters. It is long and silky with a gentle wave. Their overall appearance is often one of grace and strength in an alert and happy dog.
Breed Traits
Energy Level
Exercise Requirements
Playfulness
Affection Level
Friendliness To Dogs
Do Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Shed
Friendliness To Other Pets
Friendliness To Strangers
Watchfulness
Ease of Training
Grooming Requirements
Heat Sensitivity
Vocality
Breed Attributes
Weight
30-40 lb
Family
Terrier
Date of Origin
1700s
History
One of only three large terriers of Ireland, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier originated as an all-around farm dog, perhaps serving in this function for hundreds of years. Besides the ever-essential terrier function of protecting the home or farm from rodents, they also helped round up stock and guard the homestead.
Their early history is largely undocumented; however, they are mentioned as a progenitor of the Kerry Blue Terrier. In 1937 they were granted official breed status in Ireland. The English Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1943, and in 1946 the first Wheaten Terrier came to America. They did not instantly catch the public’s attention, but instead they took their time building a firm basis of support. In 1973 the AKC granted recognition. The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has remained a breed of only moderate popularity.
Temperament
The Wheaten Terrier is a playful companion. They are often affectionate, congenial, and much gentler than most terriers. They are generally responsive to their family but can be headstrong at times. They are generally good and patient with children (although some may be overly boisterous with small children) and usually very friendly with other household dogs and pets. They may dig or jump. They can be one of the quietest terriers, barking only for real alarms.
Upkeep
This is an athletic dog that needs a good daily workout, either in the form of a moderate to long walk or an invigorating game in the yard. They should be allowed loose only in a safe area or fenced yard because they are prone to chase. Their long coat needs brushing or combing every two days. As a nonshedding dog, loose hair becomes entangled in their coat and will mat if not combed out. Bathing and trimming every other month is necessary to maintain their health and they may require some professional grooming.
Health
- Major concerns: protein losing diseases (PLE and PLN)
- Minor concerns: renal dysplasia, Addison’s
- Occasionally seen: PRA, CHD
- Suggested tests: blood and urine protein screens, eye, hip
- Life span: 12–14 years
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LITTER RECORD AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION
PUPPY: MALE / FEMALE ____ COLLAR: __PRICE: $__________ PUPPY AKC LITTER #: REG #: _ _ _ BREED: SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIER DOB: _____ SIRE: REG #: ___ __ DAM: REG #: ___ __
HEALTH GUARANTEE
SERENITY VALLEY WHEATEN’S guarantees this puppy for the following conditions: 1. If within the first 7 days, the pup receives a certified diagnosis of canine parvovirus infection. 2. If within the first 10 days, the pup receives certified diagnosis of a serious illness 3. If within the first year after purchase by the buyer, the pup receives a document and veterinarian certified diagnosis as having a debilitating congenital defect, including heart murmur, epilepsy, deafness, blindness, liver, kidney, or hip dysplasia. 4. A certified Diagnosis is defined as a Positive Diagnosis by a Veterinary Teaching Hospital, or a State Licensed D.V.M. Acceptable to Serenity Valley Wheatens’ personal or suitable veterinarian. 5. Please take your puppy to your vet for a health examination within seven (7) days of purchase date. If one of the above conditions exists, Serenity Valley Wheatens will offer a full refund event that all of the conditions of the contract are met. Your pup had his/her well puppy check, dew claws, and tail by Stuckey Animal Hospital, Dr. Ray Lynn Stuckey, on____________.
If puppy is only health certified by owner or pup contracts a non‐heritable disease while in care of owner, contract is null and void.
HEALTH GUARANTEE
Take the current, up to date Worming/Immunization Record with you to the veterinarian so there will be a record of what has been given to your pup, and so your veterinarian can take you through the next steps! All veterinarian bills are the responsibility of the buyer. This pup is not being sold for breeding purposes, and is to be spayed/neutered and is sold with an AKC Limited Registration. False Full Registration and/or breeding said pup will nullify this contract and is cause for further action. I agree to microchip, and register my puppy with the AKC Limited Registration, and in the additional AKC Reunite Program for $15.00 (which is a lifetime microchip Reunite Program for you!
This Contract, All Health Records, Veterinarian Statements, and ANY AND ALL Related Paper Work must be provided back to seller, or Contract is NULL AND VOID. Proof of All Worming/Immunizations/ Heartworm and Appropriate Preventative Health Care must be provided back to seller or Contract is NULL AND VOID. I understand that Serenity Valley Wheaten’s has taken all measures possible to Assure the best “Development”, “Training”, and “Socialization” of my puppy‐ and Has started my puppy on “Come”, “Potty Training”, “Doggy Door Training”, and “Crate Training”, (inasmuch as time allowed, these things are NOT guaranteed)‐HOWEVER, I acknowledge that I have NOT requested FURTHER, SPECIALIZED, SPECIFIC, Training with Tina Kaven “ INDIVIDUALLY”, therefore, my puppy has only been “STARTED”, meaning that “Puppy” IS AND WILL BE INCONSISTENT in his/her response(s) to “REQUESTS/COMMANDS” by Buyer, and that Buyer takes FULL responsibility for further training unless otherwise noted, and it is Buyer’s RESPONSIBILITY and DUTY to seek out any needed ASSISTANCE for any Training advice or TRAINING PROGRAMS. I acknowledge that Serenity Valley Wheaten’s has offered assistance in ANY of these areas should the need arise. I AGREE TO PROMPTLY REPORT BEHAVIORAL, MEDICAL OR TRAINING ISSUES, with appropriate documentation to Seller, and then follow up as necessary with Veterinarian/Trainer/ or Appropriate Party immediately, in order to obtain Assistance. SHIPPING TO BE COORDINATED, PAID FOR, AND SET UP BY BUYER (Serenity Valley’s Wheaten’s agrees to provide shipping to airport or otherwise for a designated fee, and if prearrangements are made well in advance) Buyer agrees to provide payment for crate and all associated supplies, and for Air Travel.
'PUPPIES PROVIDED WITH POOR SOCIALIZATION OR DEPRIVED OF ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE OFTEN DEVELOPS LIFELONG DEFICITS AND DYSFUNCTIONAL BEHAVIORS. A PUPPY ISOLATED EARLY IN LIFE FROM OTHER PUPPIES AND HUMANS WILL NOT ONLY FAIL TO ESTABLISH SATISFYING SOCIAL CONTACT WITH CO SPECIFICS OR ENJOY COMPANIONSHIP WITH PEOPLE LATER IN LIFE (SUCH PUPPIES ARE EXTREMELY FEARFUL OF ANY SOCIAL CONTACT), THEY WILL ALSO EXHIBIT WIDESPREAD BEHAVIORAL AND COGNITIVE DISABILITIES AS WELL. ISOLATED PUPPIES EXHIBIT POOR LEARNING AND PROBLEM‐SOLVING ABILITIES AND ARE EXTREMELY HYPERACTIVE OR RIGIDLY INHIBITED, ARE EMOTIONALLY OVER‐REACTIVE AND UNABLE TO ENCOUNTER NOVEL SOCIAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL SITUATIONS WITHOUT EXTREME FEAR AND AVOIDANCE, AND ARE SOCIALLY AND SEXUALLY INCAPACITATED.' “HANDBOOK OF APPLIED BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING”, STEVEN R. LINDSAY
WORMING AND VACCINATION RECORDS Dewormed/Product Recommended Dates given Pyrantel at 2 weeks __ _ Same 4 weeks _ _ Same 6 weeks _ _ Same 8 weeks ___ Same 10 weeks ___ Same________________________________________12 weeks_____________________________________________
Ivermectin (Heartworm) 4 weeks _______________ ___ 8 weeks___________________________________________ __________________________________________12 weeks___________________________________________ Trifexis, etc (Fleas,Heartworms,and a variety of other worms)_________________________ Monthly____________________________________________________ ______________________ __ see vet. Vaccinations/Product Recommended Dates given___ GalaxyDA2PPV w/o Lepto 6 wks _ ____ Galaxy DA2PPV w Lepto 8 wks _ ____ Booster 12 wks _ ____ Booster: 16 wks _ ____ Rabies 16 wks ____
FOLLOW UP WITH BOOSTERS PER VETERINARIAN RECOMMENDATION I AGREE AND UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS IMPORTANT AND IMPERATIVE THAT I MAKE MY CAREGIVERS, VETERINARIAN (S) AND STAFF THAT IT HAS BEEN NOTED THAT SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIERS ARE/MAY SHOW SENSITIVITY TO ANESTHESIA.
FINALLY!!! THE FUN STUFF!!! IAMS TOY BREED FOR DOG FOOD with..... Corn Oil, (or Salmon Oil) for the VERY SPOILED BABIES!!!! To top it ....Babies and Adults! Dog Toothpaste with natural Enzymes (monthly) We use VERY SOFT, SMALL TREATS FOR THE VERY YOUNG PUPS... “Charlee Bear” “Pupperonis” NO RAWHIDE CHEWS‐ We use All Natural Hooves, Hocks, Bones, Pig’s Ears, etc directly From the Butcher or Petco, I like the Kong Treats and 'Stuffing' ‐‐ Treating straight from the can is SO easy and handy! WALK EASY' (Small) Harness (you can find this in the training department) Long and Short Leashes, one very soft that you can tie to furniture if needed. Crate Large Wire with Divider Towellettes to clean feet after outside play! (There is also special carpeting you can buy) Medium Dog Dishes “Spectrum Ten” Shampoo and Conditioning Products (The Wheatens coat is very dense, make sure you soak it completely when bathing, in order to get the deepest clean. I also recommend that you soak your puppy, or dog in conditioner for some time before rinsing in order to get the best condition on the coat) Cleansers for the ears‐ I would recommend simple 'Wipes' as your Groomer should be for the 'deeper cleaning' of the ears. Grooming Tools: Large Pin Brush, Large Slicker Brush, and a Large Undercoat Rake (Wide Tooth), I always like a comb, a dematting tool 'in case', and a curry type brush for bathing. Stain (ODOR) VERY IMPORTANT!!! Remover‐‐MAKE SURE IT STATES 'ODOR REMOVER' THEY OFTEN HAVE ENZYMES TO HELP BREAKDOWN. I also recommend a Puppy Potty Training Spray to use on your lawn when encouraging them to potty in your yard. Potty immediately a.m., and then Feed, then Potty. 'Good Potty' w/ Treat, Rest, Repeat… On Leash at all times in house. Potty as often as every 30 minutes in house to begin. ALWAYS IMMEDIATELY UPON LEAVING CRATE, GO POTTY!!
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SERENITY VALLEY WHEATEN'S Tina Kaven OWNER: Margurett J. Wilkins www.TinaKaven.com MGMT/TRAINER/OWNER: Tina Kaven 17544 FM 901 Gordonville, TX 76245 832-312-6742
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