Australian Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Compare the Australian Terrier to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Terriers and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

Australian Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
12-16 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Australia
Ireland
Origin Year
1820 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Diabetes
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Red
Black and Red
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Red
Red
Sandy
Sandy
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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