Sealyham Terrier

The Sealyham Terrier is highly intelligent and affectionate. They are extremely loyal, independent, and spirited. They are not rambunctious as is usually a trait of the terrier breed. They do best with older considerate children. They are somewhat reserved with strangers. They typically get along well with other dogs they know, but are aggressive to dogs they don't know. The Sealyham Terrier is very vocal and makes a good watchdog. They thrive on being an integral part of the family.

The Sealyham's exercise needs are not too demanding, consisting of a short to moderate walk or game session every day. If allowed off leash, she should be in a safe area because she may tend to follow her nose. This breed is suited for indoor life, preferably with yard access, although she can live in an apartment. Her wire coat needs combing two to three times weekly, plus shaping every three months. Shaping for pets is by clipping, or stripping.

The Sealyham Terrier requires moderate exercise. They enjoy securely leashed walks. They thrive on family activities and play sessions. The Sealyham is well suited for apartment and condominium living, but is equally at home in the country setting.

Attention, socialization, firm but positive training, a fenced yard and a leash.

The Sealyham Terrier requires professional trimming and stripping of the coat. They need to be brushed twice weekly to prevent mats from forming. Bathing should only be done when necessary using a mild shampoo. Dry shampoo as needed. This breed does best in cooler climates. Sealyham Terriers have very few health problems. They are allergic to fleas, are prone to deafness, and may have skin sensitivities.

It is an intelligent dog and understands easily and that is why the training is not very hard to make, even if the dog is a bit stubborn and wants to do whatever it wants. With a firm, consistent, well-balanced training, without being too hars man can get good results.

The fur requires frequent brushing and combed and trimmed by an experienced person.

Good for older owners because the breed isn't demanding or rowdy. The coat needs regular attention. Likes to dig and bark. The bark is surprisingly loud for a small dog. Prone to deafness. Check parents and litter by making noises and trying to attract th