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.

Unfortunately, the Poochin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Faithful

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Kerry Wheatens are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Poochins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Ireland

United States

Soft-Coated Wheaten, Kerry Blue Terrier

Japanese Chin, Poodle

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®

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

Black

Black
Brown

Blue
Gray
Brown
Fawn

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

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.

A Poochin can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Familial Nephropathy
Hypoadrenocorticism
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Heart Testing

Kerry Wheatens need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Poochins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Kerry Wheatens sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Poochins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Kerry Wheaten dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Poochins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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.

Poochins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Poochin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poochin, it's at least 5 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.

In general most Poochins usually need at least 25 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Kerry Wheatens have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Poochins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Poochin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
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.

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 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 cost of a Poochin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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.

The average per month expenses of a Poochin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Poochins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Kerry Wheatens are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Poochins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Kerry Wheatens are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Poochins are highly friendly around strangers.