Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium-sized Irish terrier with a distinctive silky, wheaten-colored coat. Happy, friendly, and less aggressive than many terriers, Wheatens are devoted family dogs.
12–15
years lifespan
35–40
lbs (male)
18–19
inches tall (male)
high
energy level
Temperament
How Old Is Your Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier in Human Years?
Use our breed-specific calculator to find out, plus get personalised health and care guidance for your dog’s exact age.
Open Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Age CalculatorCommon Health Conditions
Protein-Losing Nephropathy (PLN)
Kidney disease causing protein loss in urine. Very common in Wheatens.
Typical onset: 2–6 years
Protein-Losing Enteropathy (PLE)
Intestinal disease causing protein loss. Common in Wheatens, often concurrent with PLN.
Typical onset: 2–6 years
Addison's Disease
Adrenal insufficiency. Wheatens predisposed.
Typical onset: 2–7 years
Renal Dysplasia
Inherited kidney malformation.
Typical onset: 0.5–3 years
Lifespan Factors
The median lifespan for a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 13 years. Key factors that influence longevity:
- protein-losing nephropathy
- protein-losing enteropathy
- Addison's disease
- renal dysplasia
When Is a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Considered Senior?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are generally considered senior at around 8 years of age. At this point, you should increase vet visits to twice yearly and watch for age-related health changes.
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