Sealyham Terrier country of origin : Wales
Sealyham Terrier original Function : Independent hunting dog of foxes, badgers, Otters, and other Game
This Fairl uncommon dog is a popular companion. Given the chance this dog will keep your yard, farm and stables free of vermin. As a Terrier Sealyham Terrier also is Vermin Destroyer.
Sealyham Terrier dog appearance
Sealyham Terrier dog body
The Sealyham Terrier is a short-legged strong dog with a long body. It is medum-size trunk has well sprung ribs and strikingly powerful hinquarters. In countries where this is permitted the tail is usually docked. It is set on in line with the back and is carried erect. viewed from the side the buttocks strecth beyond the onset of the tail. The Sealyham Terrier’s chest is broad as well as deep and is set low between the front legs. Viewed from the side the highest point of the shoulder shoulder should be in linbe with the hindquarters of the close-fitting elbows. The legs are short and straight, with round and vertical feet. The fairly Sealyham Terrier’s long neck is powerful and muscular.
Sealyham Terrier dog head
The Sealyham Terrier’s skull is wide between the ears and slightly arched without overhanging jaws.The Sealyham Terrier’s jaw is square and long. The medium-sized ears are carried pendant along the cheeks and have rounded tips. The eyes are moderately big and round.Sealyham Terriers have a powerful and relatively big scissor bite.
Sealyham Terrier dog weight and shoulder height
Sealyham Terrier male dog weight is approx 22 1/2 lb ( 10kg )and bitches weight a little less.
Sealyham Terrier shoulder height should not be any higher than 12 1/2 inc ( 31cm )
Sealyham Terrier dog coat and colors
The long, hard, wire-haired outer layer of the coat covers a weather-resistant underlayer.
The coats of Sealyham Terrier come in solid white or white with lemon-yellow, brown, blue or badger-colored markings on the head and ears. The Sealyham Terrier’s eye rims are preferred with black pigmentation, but is not compulsory. The nose should be black.
Sealyham Terrier dog temperament
Sealyham Terrier dog character
Sealyham Terrier are equable, friendly, brave and tough dog. They are active outdoors, but indoors they are very quite. You will only hear their deep bark if there is a danger. Although they are very devoted to their handlers and families they are fairly self-willed. They remain playful to a good old age and most of them love digging.
Sealyham Terrier social behavior
The Sealyham Terrier gets on reasonably well with other dogs, but it needs to have socialized with cats and other pets from a Sealyham Terrier puppy. Provided this dog has had positive experiences with kids since it was a Sealyham Terrier puppy, it will be able to mix well with children when it is grown up. The way in which the dog responds to familiar and unfamiliar visitors depends on its socialization, but well-trained Sealyham Terrier usually behaves perfectly.
Sealyham Terrier general dog care
Sealyham Terrier dog grooming
These dog breed needs to be taken to a grooming parlor about twice a year to have the dead hair plucked out by hand and the coat needs to be re-styled according to the current fashion. Usually the hair on the head ( except for the furnishings ), the ear, neck, back and tail are trimming, while the hair on the legs, the lower part of the forechest, the belly and the thighs are left long. The coat will need a good regular brushing and combing, particularly the furnishings ( mustache, beard and eyebrows ) need extra attention. You will not need to worry about tangels because the texture of the coat is not prone to tangling. It is easy to brush dirt and mud fromthe coat once it has dried.
Sealyham Terrier dog training
In general the Sealyham Terrier is an intelligent dog that is keen to learn but it may occasionally try to evade you if it is up to mischief. A consistent and direct approach is essential to achieve a succesful training. Good socialization with all kinds of people and animals is important for their character development.
Sealyham Terrier exercise
The Sealyham Terrier has an average need for exercise and generally adjusts to circumstances. They will be quite happy in an apartment. Neverthless the Sealyham Terrier likes to leave its bed for a walk off-leash in the woods or the park, and ball games will meet with its approval, too. Sealyham Terrier like to dig up the soil, something the avid gardener should not forget.
