Chihuahua vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Chihuahua vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
15-20 Years
12-15 Years
Height
6-9 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
3-6 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Mexico
Ireland
Origin Year
1850 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
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
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
15-20 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Chihuahua
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gold
Gold
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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