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Sealyham Terriers

The Sealyham Terriers are white or yellowish-white with dome shaped skulls, a large nose and powerful jaws with sturdy teeth and very long canines. Its eyes are round and dark and its ears are wide and carried against its cheeks.

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Sealyham Terriers are always self-confident and fun. Being a major part of the family is important for these little dogs who enjoy affection from their family.

Sealyham Terriers aren't big dogs, but they have long, broad, powerful heads and well-muscled bodies. Their eyes are dark and deep set. The ears are folded level with the top of the head and the forward edge lies close to the cheek. In the U.S.

Sealyham Terriers are minimal shedders and have medium-long, weather resistant double coats that are wiry, coarse, bristly and hard, while the undercoat is very soft and dense.

Temperament: Sealyham Terriers are are loyal and devoted to their owners. They make good family pets and are good with children. Some are better with older children.

Temperament: Sealyham Terriers are strong-willed, active, fun-loving, and bright. They can be bossy and independent, but are game and hardy. Sealyhams need firm and experienced handling. They are hardworking, resilient and robust.

As the working ability of Sealyham Terriers drew public interest, they began to take their places with other terrier breeds in prominent homes and on the show bench.

It is said that this fairly new breed resulted from a mix of other terrier breeds, likely including the Scottish and Sealyham terriers, and perhaps others such as the Dandie Dinmont.

The breed is the result of one man, Dr Frantisek Horak who bred Scottish and Sealyham Terriers in Czechoslovakia in the 1930's.

This short-legged breed is long in proportion to its height, but differs from the Scottish or Sealyham Terriers, in that it is not as low to the ground. Its good build allows it to squeeze through close quarters while chasing its quarry.

They are a mixture of Sealyham Terriers and Scottish Terriers, possibly with other terriers added. The Dandie Dinmont is thought by some to be one of these other terriers.

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Badger: A grayish-brown color that may be mixed with a few dark hairs (Great Pyrenees, Sealyham Terriers). Color definitions may vary by breed. Always check the breed standard for the definitive color description.

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They do well with early socialization and obedience training. Sealyham Terriers respond best to firm, fair, and consistent direction. They enjoy agility exercises and are enthusiastic participants in earth dog activities.

Microphthalmia is inherited in Australian Shepherds, Great Danes, Beagles, Collies, Borzoi, Dobermans, Sealyham Terriers, Bedlington Terriers, Portuguese Water Dogs, Shelties, Akitas, Miniature Schnauzers, Labrador Retrievers, Dachshunds, ...

Also, if you notice your dog is showing signs of eye issues, such as scratching, excessive blinking, or watering of the eye, it should be taken to a vet immediately. Healthy Sealyham Terriers will live for approximately 11 to 13 years.

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