The Wheaten Terrier

The Wheaten Terrier is an intelligent,gentle and playful dog. This breed originated in Ireland where it was used to catch vermin and other small prey. Today the Wheaten is an ever growing breed in the U.S. Wheaten Terriers are very playful and energetic making them a great family pet. Wheatens need to be introduced to different people and situations at a young age so that he can learn what is appropriate behavior when it comes to these things. Wheatens can do well with children if they are introduced to them at a very young age. Wheatens are not recommended for sharing a home with cats or other small creatures because any little move by them and the Wheatens' instincts will take over. Wheatens don't need much exercise except for a daily walk. They do enjoy playing with their owners, though, so they need to be played with on a daily basis as well. Since Wheatens have such a high intelligence level they enjoy games that exercise them both physically and mentally. Wheatens are needy and so they demand a lot of attention from their owners. People who work many long hours are not recommended for this breed.Wheaten Terriers are intelligent dogs so they will generally grasp quickly what is expected of them but, this doesn't mean that training them will be a breeze. Wheatens need a firm hand to train them or else this intelligence can cause them to challenge their owners pack leader rights. Strict rules and limitations need to be set for a Wheaten Terrier in order for them to obey. Wheaten Terriers have a blond coat( when they are full grown ) that needs to be combed frequently to prevent any knots and tangles. Brushing isn't recommended for this breeds' coat because it tends to make their fur fuzzy. Wheatens do not shed in the Spring and Fall. Even then though loose hair should be combed out of the coat. Wheatens have a tendency to jump on people when they want attention. Owners of this breed can not allow this to happen. Wheatens must be taught early on that jumping on guests is not acceptable behavior. By taking into account what has been stated above and by following the few guidelines set for raising your own Wheaten Terrier you should have a great companion for years to come.

The Puli

The Puli or other known as the Hungarian water dog is a witty, facetious, and lovable dog. This dog was originally bred in Hungary where they were used to herd sheep. Today many have found this little breed to be a charming addition to their household. Pulis are a very cheerful and lively breed. They love to play with their owners. They are a very adaptable dog making them ideal for anyone on the go. Pulis are not recommended for small children because children tend to be a little rough and this breed needs to be handled with care. These dogs are protective of their owners although they never become aggressive. If they sense that their owner is in danger they may give a verbal warning. Pulis are very intelligent making training them a breeze but, if rules aren't laid down for them they will naturally set some for themselves. Pulis do not require a lot of exercise because they are quite active indoors. A daily walk is really all that is necessary. Some Pulis enjoy the water and swim very well, but not all do. If you decide to take this dog for a swim don't leave him unsupervised until it is evident that your you Puli can swim. Pulis don't shed. Grooming this breed isn't very difficult but it is a little different from the way you would normally groom a dog. Pulis have cord coats. Mats develop in their cords so hand separation is the way to get rid of that. Pulis aren't born with this coat. As they develop they start to grow their cord coat. During these growing years separating the cords is vital. Bathing these dogs is an easy job because bathing Pulis is like washing a sweater. The difficult part is drying them. If you use a dryer it can take a few hours to dry your Puli. If you don't it can take up to two days for a Puli to become fully dry. This is something to consider before getting your own Puli. Overall, the Puli makes a great dog for someone who can train, prescribe boundaries and groom him properly.