Sealyham Terrier dog breed information
Sealyham Terrier color
Any solid color including sable
Sealyham Terrier height
10.5 inches
Sealyham Terrier weight
male: 23-24, female: 18-22 lbs
Sealyham Terrier description
The Sealyham Terriers are white or yellowish-white with dome shaped skulls, a large nose and powerful jaws with sturdy teeth and very long canines. Its eyes are round and dark and its ears are wide and carried against its cheeks. The neck is long and muscular and the tail is docked and carried upright. Its front legs are short and straight; the hind legs are powerful and muscular. Their coats are bristly, coarse, and long and require stripping.
Sealyham Terrier origin
The Sealyham was developed in Wales in the middle of the 19th century by Captain John Edwards through crossing hounds, the Dandie Dinmont, the Basset of Flanders, the Corgi, the West Highland Terrier, and the Wirehaired Fox Terrier. It was officially recognized in 1910, and the American Sealyham Terrier Club was founded in 1913, five years after its British counterpart.
Sealyham Terrier temperament
Sealyhams are loyal, loving, independent, spirited, and affectionate. They are brave little dogs. It has been descried as "the most beautiful union between cheerfulness and courage." Sealyhams are not as rowdy as some of the other terrier breeds. They are somewhat reserved with strangers, fairly independent, and generally good with other pets, although they can get very dog-aggressive. Sealyhams like to bark. They are a little difficult to train but they can hunt, track and are good watchdogs. Sealyhams are good at catching mice and rats. They are best with older children who are considerate of dogs. Sealyhams are "pack" dogs. They appreciate being a key part of a family and welcome companionship with other dogs.
Sealyham Terrier health problems
Fairly healthy.
Sealyham Terrier living conditions
Good for apartment living. They are relatively inactive indoors and will do okay without a yard. Prefers cool weather.
Sealyham Terrier exercise
Moderate exercise needed. The Sealyham needs a small bit of exercise, say a short walk. The breed is a low energy dog that makes a good walking companion. The over-riding characteristic about Sealyhams is that they are low energy, couch potatoes. They are not "busy"; not "active" and therefore make a low-key companion.
Sealyham Terrier life expectancy
About 15 years.
Sealyham Terrier grooming
Professional trimming or stripping is needed. They have a medium-long coat and their tails are customarily docked. They shed little to no hair.
Sealyham Terrier recognition
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CET, APRI, ACR
