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Sealyham Terrier Dog Breed Facts
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Breed: Sealyham Terrier
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Also Called:
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Height: The Sealyham Terrier is about 10-12 inches tall.
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Weight: The Sealyham Terrier weighs between 18-20 lbs.
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Colors: The Sealyham Terrier can be all white, or with lemon, tan or badger markings on head and ears.
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Physical Appearance: The Sealyham Terrier is a strong, sturdily-built, active working Terrier. It is the embodiment of power and determination, always keen and alert, and of extraordinary substance, yet free from clumsiness. Its general outline is oblong, not square.
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Temperament/Personality: The Sealyham Terrier loves people. They enjoy being house dogs and companions. The Sealy may have independent tendencies, but will always be devoted and loyal to their family. Hard worker, powerful and determined.
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Care: The Sealyham Terrier needs groomed twice a week to prevent matting. Stripping is required for showing.
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Health Concerns/Problems: The Sealyham Terrier dog breed has the following health problems: Progressive Retinal Atrophy—(PRA), Deafness, Retinal Dysplasia, Lens luxation, and Skin Allergies.
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Training: The Sealyham Terriers learn easily but will try to undermine your authority from time to time. They need consistent training. Do not spoil them or they will be a bossy, nippy dog.
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Activity: The Sealyham Terrier enjoys a daily walk. This will satisfy his exercise requirements.
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Life Span: The Sealyham Terrier lives an average life of 12-14 years.
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Litter Size: The Sealyham Terrier has an average litter of 3-6 puppies.
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Country of Origin: The Sealyham Terrier originated in Wales.
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Brief History: The Sealyham Terrier was developed in the mid-19th century by Captain John Edwardes in the Haverfordwest region of South Wales. He wanted the ideal working terrier to dig out badgers and fox and to accompany his Otterhounds on the hunt. The breed is named after his family estate. It is said he crossed the Welsh Corgi, the Cheshire Terrier, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier, the Fox Terrier and The West Highland White Terrier. It is also said that Edwardes let tenant farmers raise his Sealyham pups and when they were returned to him at 10 to 12 months if they could face down a badger or fox the farmers would earn extra fees from Edwardes.
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