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Non-sporting Breeds
Welsh Terrier
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Pedigree Points
Recognized: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI, KC (GB), KUSA
Height: 15½ in (39cm) maximum
Weight: 20-21 lb (9-9.5kg)
Coat: Abundant, wiry, hard, and close
Color: Black and tan for preference; also black, grizzle, and tan; free from black penciling on toes; black below hocks most undesirable
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The Welsh Terrier resembles very closely both the
Lakeland Terrier and the larger Airedale Terrier. Like
another similar terrier, the Irish, the Welsh Terrier is
of Celtic origin. Two strains of it were evolved by the
Welsh,a Celtic strain using a coarse-haired Black and
Tan Terrier and an English strain using an Airedale
and a Fox Terrier cross, and appeared as a distinct
breed in the late 18th century. The English strain is
said to have died out. These terriers were originally
popular for hunting badger, fox, and otter.
The Welsh Terrier is energetic, affectionate, and
good with children. It enjoys plenty of exercise and
will need to have its coat stripped at least twice a year,
if it is the intention to exhibit. Many owners of pet
Welsh Terriers have their dog's coat clipped. |
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