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Sealyham Terrier
Small Breed
The Sealyham Terrier is a loyal and happy character whose temperament has been described as 'the most beautiful union between cheerfulness and courage'.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Males 9kg / 20lbs;
Females 8kg / 18lbs (standards may vary)
Height
31cm / 12in (standards may vary)
Coat
Long, wiry, hard top coat and a weather-resistant undercoat
Markings
White, white and lemon, brown, and blue. Some badger-pied markings on the head and the ears
Lifespan
Long, 15+ years
The Sealyham Terrier's brave nature surpasses most larger breeds, helping it to perform well as a watchdog in addition to being a talented hunter and tracker. Affectionate to his family, this loving dog makes a perfect companion for everyone.
Temperament
The Sealyham Terrier is a happy breed who makes a fantastic companion for the individual or a family. Loving and loyal, the breed makes a fantastic companion for all walks of life. The Sealyham Terrier, whilst not being as raucous as other terriers, does have a tendency to be a bit wilful and needs firm training to keep it from becoming too dominant.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Sealyham Terrier is a good hunter and show dog, having excelled at both professions. The cheerful nature the dog offers makes everyone around it feel happy. Sealyham Terriers can be wilful and independent, though affectionate and loyal to their owners.
- Makes a good companion
- A good hunting dog
- Can perform well as a watchdog
- Good for apartment living
- Good for novice owners
- A very light shedder
- Prefers cooler climates
- Skilled trimming and stripping is needed
- Quite active indoors
- Requires sufficient exercise
- Can be prone to deafness