Welsh Terrier

The Welsh Terrier is a zippy little companion, always looking for action and entertainment. He loves to splash in the water and go for long country runs. Welsh Terriers are lovable buddies, and unlike some other terriers, are surprisingly well mannered with other dogs.

The Welsh Terrier fits the description of the early Welsh or Old English Wire Haired Black and Tan Terrier. The Welsh Terrier hunted otter and badger, and rode along in fox hunts to chase foxes out of their holes. His coat is always black and tan. His bushy facial hair should be combed twice a week.

Excerpts from the Standard

General Appearance: Sturdy, compact, rugged, friendly, outgoing, spirited, intelligent, and courageous.

Size, Proportion, and Substance: Height--males, about 15 inches at the withers; females are smaller. Weight--approximately 20 pounds. Length is approximately equal to height for a square appearance.

Fun Facts

The Welsh Terrier is similar in looks to his cousin the Lakeland Terrier, though slightly stockier, and to the Airedale, though the Welsh is smaller. He developed in Wales, while the Airedale and the Lakeland are from different parts of England.

Excerpted from The Complete Dog Book For Kids © 1996, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.