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Sealyham Terrier
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Small Breed |
 
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Terrier Group, Hunting Dog |
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Country of Origin
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Wales late 1800s |
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Ancestry |
Likely to be a mix from a
number of different breeds including West Highland Whites, Fox Terriers,
Corgis and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier |
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Original Function |
Hunting dog for badgers,
foxes and otters |
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Height at Shoulder |
10-11" |
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Weight |
Female 18-22 lbs. Male
23-24 lbs. |
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Lifespan |
12 Years |
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Coat |
Long wire or coarse coat
requires brushing, stripping and clipping. |
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Tail |
Docked medium length |
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Head |
Long and broad with a
rectangular appearance |
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Ears |
Moderately sized, V-shaped,
downward pointing |
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Related Breeds |
West Highland White Terrier,
Dandie Dinmont Terrier |
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Alternative Names |
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Grooming: |
Long wire or coarse outer coat and a dense, soft undercoat
requires brushing several times a week and stripping/clipping on occasion by
a professional groomer or knowledgeable owner. |
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Exercise requirements: |
Moderate |
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Aggression: |
Can be aggressive towards other people and pets. Makes
a good watchdog. |
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Temperament: |
Calmer than many terriers but does dig and bark. |
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Owner requirement: |
Firm |
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Trainability |
Low to moderate |
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Health concerns: |
Eye problems including retinal dysplasia and lens luxation.
Allergies, back problems and deafness occur occasionally. |
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Environmental
requirements: |
Good tolerance for moderate cold and heat. Can be an
efficient digger who requires strong, deep fencing. |
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Feeding requirements: |
No special requirements aside from overfeeding to obesity |
AKC: American Kennel Club USA: Terrier Group since 1911
UKC: United Kennel Club USA: Terriers
CKC: Canadian Kennel Club: Terriers
FCI: Fédération
Cynologique Internationale: Terriers (Group 3/Section 2/Breed 74)
ANKC: Australian National Kennel Council: Terriers
KCUK: Kennel Club United Kingdom: Terriers since 1910
NZKC: New Zealand Kennel Club: Terriers |
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The Sealyham terrier is a relatively rare breed created by
Captain John Edwards of Sealy Ham, Wales between 1850 and 1891.
Of unknown parentage, the Sealyham is small but sturdy. It has short
legs and is longer than it is tall. As with all terriers, it can be
independent, willful and stubborn. It is known to bark and dig.
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