Life Span:	Welsh Terriers are hardy and typically live to be 10-12 years old if they are healthy and active. Some live to be 15 years old. In addition, these dogs typically keep their activity level and alertness well into their old age.
Litter Size:	3-6 puppies per litter
Group:	Terrier
Recognized By:	CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
Color:	The Welsh Terrier’s jacket is black, spreading up onto the neck, down onto the tail and into the upper thighs. Their legs, quarters, and head are clear tan, which is a deep reddish brown color. Some have grizzle jackets, as well. White is allowed only as small marks on the front of the breast.
Hair Length:	Medium
Size:	Medium
Shedding:	Lite Shed
Male Height:	15-15 ½ inches high at the withers
Male Weight:	18-21 pounds
Female Height:	15 inches high at the withers
Female Weight:	17-20 pounds
Living Area:	Welsh Terriers don’t tire easily. However, they are calm dogs that will do quite well in an apartment or with a small yard provided they are exercised regularly.

About this Breed

The Welsh Terrier is a compact and medium sized dog with a coarse wire haired cod. Their legs, head and underbody are tan and their jackets are black or grizzle. They have docked tails to complement their appearance as a rather square shaped dog. They have a very specific terrier expression that is a result of the particular set and color of their eyes and the way they use their ears. Welsh Terriers are very friendly and spirited dogs, and they tend to be very outgoing. They have a typical terrier trot that makes them effortless runners. A Welsh Terrier’s head is rectangular in shape. They have small, dark brown almond shaped eyes that are set far apart. Their ears are v-shaped and small. Their muzzle is about half the length of their head and is squared off. They have black lips and large strong teeth. Welsh Terriers have black, squared off noses. Welsh Terriers are good hunting dogs for fox hunting and bird hunting. Today, however, they are most often kept as family pets. Terriers are small dogs, but they are not lap dogs. They are energetic, intelligent and require stimulation. Though they are typically calm in nature, they are not designed to lie placidly in the house all day. They will be happiest and best suited to an active family.