Avoid Yorkteses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Ireland

Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese

terrier

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

Black
Cream

Yorkteses are known for their coat length.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Yorktese can have a litter of 4-6 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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier can have a litter of 10-15 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.

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Obesity

Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Kidney Problems

Patellar Luxation
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies
Addison's Disease

Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Endoscopy

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Yorkteses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Playing fetch, Tug of war, Walking, Fetch, Cuddle, Walk, Playdate, Run, Tug-of-war, Puzzle Toys, Tag, Play keep away, Brushing

Shake, Getting Pet, Walking, New Smells, Tracking, Walk, Running, Sniffing, Pets, Bike ride, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorktese, it's at least 6 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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkteses usually need at least 30 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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers 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.

Yorkteses 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.

The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Yorktese feed 1 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 35-40 pound (16 - 18 kg) Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 Yorktese is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorktese 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.

The average per month expenses of a Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is between $63 - $74. This makes an average of $756 - $888 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.

Yorktese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Yorkteses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Yorkteses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.