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

Avoid Sheltie Tzus as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Ireland

United States

terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and Shih Tzu

1700s

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers have medium-length coats.

Sheltie Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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.

A Sheltie Tzu 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.

Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Kidney Problems

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies
Addison's Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Deafness
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

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

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing Tests
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

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

Sheltie Tzus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sheltie Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Sheltie Tzus usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Sheltie Tzus have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

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.

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Sheltie Tzu feed 1.5 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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Tzu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Tzu is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

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

Sheltie Tzu is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Sheltie Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

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