Kerry Wheaten Breed Information & Characteristics

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Kerry Wheatens are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Faithful

Kerry Wheaten dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

The Kerry Wheaten dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

Ireland

Soft-Coated Wheaten, Kerry Blue Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

Brown

Black

Blue
Gray
Brown
Fawn

The coat of a Kerry Wheaten falls in the medium length category.

Wavy

A Kerry Wheaten can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Kerry Wheatens are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Kerry Wheaten is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Familial Nephropathy
Hypoadrenocorticism
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Retinal Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bleeding Disorder
Microphthalmia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
Eye Examinations
Schirmer Tear Test
Blood Analysis
Blood And Urine Analysis

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Kerry Wheatens may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Kerry Wheaten have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Kerry Wheaten dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Kerry Wheatens dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Kerry Wheaten dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Kerry Wheatens are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kerry Wheaten, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Kerry Wheatens usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

Kerry Wheaten should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-37 pound (15 - 17 kg) Kerry Wheaten feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Kerry Wheaten is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Kerry Wheaten is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Kerry Wheatens has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Kerry Wheaten is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Kerry Wheatens are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Kerry Wheatens are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Kerry Wheatens are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, Kerry Wheatens can be good with cats,

Kerry Wheatens are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Kerry Wheatens are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Kerry Wheaten is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Kerry Wheaten is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Kerry Wheaten dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.