Dude I was literally very similar, except he was originally my grand parent’s dog but they gave him to us when I was 5 and he was a year old (they couldn’t really handle the dog and his high energy compared to us), and he was with me until he died when I was 18, just a few days before my senior high school prom.
We have a darling boy we’ve named Winston .. he came from a rescue. He is a year old and we’ve had him 6 weeks. He’s already learned sit, stay, break/release, down, up, car (to go on a ride which he LOVES), to “go back” and is now house trained. He’s learning to respond to a whistle and his name for recall. He is even learning “calm” which helps him settle. We are getting ready to work on heeling - wish us luck! He IS a chewer! He’s a lover, a huge cuddler, he’s sharp as a tack, a total stubborn rascal when he doesn’t get his way and is always up for a walk, a treat or to be brushed. We adore him and already cannot imagine our life without him! All the best to you and your sweet wheatie!
Insider verification: Our Wheaten hated cuddling, too. She would follow us around, but never snuggled up close. We thought, in part, that it was because she got hot easily. I approve of your Wheaten review 100%. Lol
I have a 6 month old Whoodle who seems to pant a lot and and her belly always feels warm. Glad to see this seems normal of the breed. I have read that Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are better suited in colder climates. Seems logical since they are a Irish breed. Cooper is absolutely beautiful.
@@DaybreakDawn They tend to have dry, itchy skin, too--at least here in Colorado. The elevation comes with thin, dry air. If can be a nightmare for non-shedding dogs.
Spot on! Our boy Max is 3 and exactly like Cooper. Sweet, funny and friendly. 2 speeds ...zoomies and sleep. Lots of sleep. Wheatens run hot, so our snuggles are brief. Mostly he will lay on our feet or close enough to touch us. Great city dog too.FRIENDLY! People or pets he loves them all. Gentle with kids and older folks too. Love this breed.❤
My first Wheatie boy, Walter, was like Cooper. Walter had Cushing. After 14 years of enjoying him and his capers, I adopted a Wheaton again. Sean is an 11 y.o. party boy. He became a blind diabetic dog with pancreatitis…challenging, but manageable once he got insulin and I bought washable pads. It’s hard because I’m disabled and am 71. I also have a Yorkie, Tucker, and Bijoux, who is a Glen of Imaal terrier. Great dynamics for security and companionship, but sometimes Sean may bump into them and get warned he’s invading personal space. His health is well managed by using Gentle Giants dog food products. He was 34 lbs and now is about 26 lbs. I love my terriers, and try to give them short hair cuts every 3-6 months. Baths & brushing more often. Cooper is lucky to have such a great family who appreciates his sweet nature and activity needs. May you all be blessed to party with your fur baby!
I bought my Wheaton because of THIS video!! Leo will be 1 year old on dec 1 - we live in Minnesota - apartment - I work from home and we go to an awesome dog park - he is my cuddle buddy! The joy of my day. Thanks for your video and soundtrack! It was perfect!!
I just got one, Tanner Whiskey. At night before we go to bed, I sing the clean up song and we put the toys back in his toy box. He’s almost 6 months old. Super smart. I love LOVE his long eyelashes! Stubborn at leaving the cats alone, still working on that. He is soft like a Sherpa blanket! I love him.
I love this. My baby isn't a morning girl and it cracks me up every single day. Best friend ever. Also, she will never get in the driver's side. She needs the passenger door opened for her. 🤷🏻♂️❤️
My Baxter is exactly like Cooper:) He doesn’t chew on our things, ( never did, not even when he was a puppy ) He is not the morning-dog. I learned him not to jump on ppl, he loves our guests. When we are on the walk he is only interested in dogs ( not other animals in the forest or ppl ). Full of energy, he runs very fast! But he also enjoys to chill on the couch or bed all day :) He is not a big eater, so I can’t trick him w treats, he has his own personality, very stubborn 😂😂 we had some problems with the ears ( black earwax which doesn’t want to go away) but healthy, happy and goofy. Cooper is super cute 🥰🐾🐾
Love Cooper! I have a 3 year old Whoodle, 3/4 SCWT. Ziggy is 41 lbs and crazy active! He loves his walks, chasing squirrels, greeting the neighborhood dogs and their people and just being with us. I love this silly little thing who is so sweet, loving and entertaining!
I have a 4 year old Wheaton named Mia and your doggie is the spitting image of her! I love this breed! You are spot on with this video. Mia loves car rides, playing at evening time, and chilling. She loves tug of war and her squeaky steak toy. She’s a total “mama’s girl” and greets everyone by jumping up and doing a dance on her hind legs. She stole my heart! 🐶
We have had Irish Setters since the late 1950s and are now looking for a smaller but sturdy and active dog to keep us going. Loved your description of life with Cooper and his puppy cut looks great on him. Thanks for making this video!
We own a Wheaten ourselves and it’s a blast. He was a very anxious dog when we got him at a the age of three. But it took me six weeks to change his life. He is so smart and funny, energetic even at the age of twelve….
Have a nine year that we have had from a pup. Husband retired and he just loves having Gabby around with him all day. He says there is nothing better than a Soft Coated Wheaton. She has a wonderful personality and very loving.
WE picked up a Wheaton who was abandoned when she got too old in the puppy mill, and she's now a wonderful part of our family. She's so smart and accepting, but a bit timid even after having her with us this last year. She only recently began playing "chase me, chase you with our older Yorkie." She loves to get out of the house and go for rides in the van. Sadly, whenever she hears puppies whining on TV she gets anxious and runs for at the TV to listen. I'm sure she misses all of the puppies stolen from her over the years while being bred by a selfish human using her body to make money! So far, we can't cuddle with her but she loves for me to stroke her head when she's in her bed at night before wishing her good night, and likes me to baby talk to her. She sleeps by my chair and almost never leave my sight - it's as if she has to know moment to moment exactly where I am all the time. I think she likes it here with us now, and I pray she can overcome her fear of other people. She deserves a loving family and we're trying our best to help her become a normal bog as best we can. The thing is, she is not 'My' dog, she's my son's dog. He has PTSD and takes care of her really well. But she hasn't bonded with any of us yet. Maybe in time. We love her and will do anything we can for her. She's just a fantastic dog who came from a bad situation and doesn't trust humans at all.
Considering adopting one…my daughter is allergic to dogs so looking at hypoallergenic breeds. The one we played with is soooo cute and has the sweetest temperament 🥰🐶
It is important to remember that they can also be extremely good guard dogs. My Winston has HUGE fangs, as do all Wheatens, and would not hesitate one micro-second to use them to protect me. They are also tenacious terriers. They were badger (and other vermin) dogs and have infinite patience and commitment when stalking something. I always say that between him and my 100 lb. American Bulldog, he would be the first to get to an intruder, even though my bully is the one everyone is most intimidated by. (He is actually the biggest baby in the world and would be happy to let Winnie take the lead.) It is those eyes that get you! So soulful. Irresistible. My only foster fail in 30 years of rescue.
Bailey, our Wheaton is not a morning dog either. The look he gives us in the morning is priceless! My favorite breed! Super awesome with my 10 yo & all the kids in the neighborhood. He loves to be out playing with them!!
I had one of these dogs growing up, his name was Seamus. He was originally my grandparent’s dog, but they gave him to me and my family when I was 5 or 6, and we had him from that point onwards until I was 18. His name was Seamus. Love and miss him so much.
I had a Wheaten years ago, Barney. The best dog ever. He was almost more like another person rather than a dog. He was very good at reading your expressions and interpreting what was going to happen next. He loved tummy scratches and going on trips. He was sensitive to loud noises and would bolt under duress, so I kept him under positive control at all times when not in an enclosed area. He was such a good boy. Miss him so much...
Sheldon, how could you render poor Cooper naked like that? Wheatens are shaggy beasts and that is their charm. A bit more brushing is perhaps in order. They were originally farm dogs bred for hunting (basically like all terriers) and are happiest when out and about with their pack, be that canine or human. I love them
This has pretty much sealed the deal on getting a Wheaton Terrier. Very informative. Obviously we have done more research than just one video but the breed seems a good fit for our family.
I had 2 through my childhood, they are an amazing family dog. Small enough for a couple of kids to walk, their shed is minimal, and they're energetic but not insane. Very playful, mine loved burrowing into pillow forts, going for a wagon ride/walk, or leaping into a lake. I will say... They are more stubborn than most dog breeds. If you want the perfect trick learning dog this is not the breed lol. I could never actually train mine to properly fetch. She would get super excited to chase the ball... And then get bored after a few throws. But she was very trainable with interactions and general obedience. They're kinda like a very friendly cat in their demeanor, they certainly think for themselves. Always upbeat and excited, and very much the opposite of labs or retrievers.
We have our own wheaten, Claire. We got her when she turned 4. We don't think she'd been properly socialized and probably had spent way too much time in a kennel. When she came to live with us, she was terrified (especially of men) and didn't know how to walk up and down stairs. I found out about a year later the people from whom we bought her had been shut down by the SPCA. She used to chew on shoes, cords, earphones, shoelaces...probably severe anxiety. She is much better now and has adapted nicely to the princess lifestyle. She is still pretty nervous if there are cars or other people/dogs when we go walking. Her canine sister, Britney, is a miniature schnauzer...and Britney is the BOSS.
Currently have an almost 2 year old wheaton terrior. Was told it was a yorkie when we bought her, but vet says otherwise. Named her Ramen Noodle. Such a sweet pup she is. She's actually my kids pup, but loves mama more. Lol
Great video! And its so funny how the wheatens have their specific character. We have a 6 month old wheaten called Potter and also a 2,5 year old wheaten friend. I was always been a cat person, although I grew up with dogs and love them, but we have allergies in the family so my children started asking for a dog and after a long time thanking about it and getting to know a wheaten we settled on adding a wheaten to our family and I do not regret that decision he is the best! He is a good learner but of course he can be naughty sometimes 😁 he loves activities but is also weary calm in between. They are so friendly and really become a part of the family 🥰 I would really recommend a wheaten as a family dog!
We adopted Lily last fall. Puppy mill for 6 years litter after litter. In a crate 6 years. She loves going on walks. She old let’s me touch her is by laying down when we are almost home. I get to kiss and love her then. She has a doggie door. I have to carry her and lock her in at night. She loves being by herself in our backyard during the day. Your Charlie is so happy !!! I want Lily to learn that one day!!!!
We just lost our Wheatie at 8yrs old. She had DM and we are heart broken. Your video is spot-on. We will be adopting another Wheaten puppy in a few weeks when she turns 9 weeks and we can't wait. The only breed for us!
Try speak as a command Mine is Oliver. He is 35 lbs. kindest heart in a dog ive ever known. Sheaten greetin’ is annoying but what can we do? The way you feed is called free feeding and it means they always have the option, like we do, that way they self regulate. I love this breed soooo much. Thanks for the videos!😊
Aww lovely boy. We didn’t really know what our dog was until recently, and he is definitely a wheaten, though he seems to have shorter legs, but otherwise he is a spitting image of your dog and others, he’s never chewed anything he shouldn’t, he has his chews and toys and goes for a walk twice a day, love this breed.
I really enjoyed your 'day in the life of living with a SCWT'. We also have a 3 year old SCWT'. Your post made me smile as you could be describing Ted. We live on a farm - so we have a country version of Cooper.
Try speak as a command Mine is Oliver. He is 35 lbs. kindest heart in a dog ive ever known. Sheaten greetin’ is annoying but what can we do? The way you feed is called free feeding and it means they always have the option, like we do, that way they self regulate. I love this breed soooo much. They even like annd are gentle with cats. Thanks for the videos!😊
Thank you so much for this video. I'm looking into getting a Wheaten & this really was informative. They are beautiful dogs & trainable. Anything worth having you have to put some work into. I agree I love the puppy cut.🐾💜🐾
I, too, have a Wheaten! Mr. Biscuits is 4 years old and he's a lot like your Cooper; he even knows the same four tricks, lol! He's super friendly but his loud bark can throw folks for a loop. I think Wheatens make the perfect pets; thanks for sharing Cooper in this video!
Mine wouldn't cuddle - would plomp down beside me on the bed curved to me for a tummy rub and after a few minutes - off she went lol I think they get too hot. Yes, mine slept all the time - was like having a cat in the apartment. Mine loved car rides. She always knew when we got out of the city - would like down and sleep lol Mine never played fetch...only if I went after it first lol...I would scizzor cut mine every few months...never liked her hair short - always loved it soft and shaggy...and she hardly ever barked. Had to put Koda down at a couple months shy of 13...Mouth tumour. Miss my girl Koda
Love your dog and appreciate the video! We adopted one accidentally four months ago from our local shelter, they thought he was a poodle mix. He's about a year-and-a-half old now and is full of personality but you're right, not a morning dog. He is a mama's boy and does love snuggling with both my husband and I when he's ready, on his terms. And he looked so much like a Cooper that we named him Cooper! He hasn't been quite as good as yours as he's chewed scissors, a remote-control, and spatulas but does love his dog toys too. We have a standard poodle as his playmate and they have a blast together.
Again with kids... Our Wheaten felt indifferent towards kids. As if they weren't big enough to be real people. Lol but Wheatens are FANTASTIC with people. They live for people. Very people-oriented dogs. Ours liked to meet other dogs but lost interest pretty quickly.
I have a 7 year old wheaten male. He weighs 60 lbs. He is not fat. According to the vet, he is just unusually big. He is awsome, goes everywhere with me. He loves people, kids, cats, small animals. He is full of energy most of the day....He only eats what we eat. No kibble....He has no bad breath and has always been healthy.. .We love him
I've had 4 Cairn Terriers and none have been cuddlers. Like Cooper, all would follow me around throughout the house, they definitely like to be wherever there is activity, but prefer their own chair or the other side of the couch instead of a lap. And that's ok. I don't know if it is a terrier thing in general, but they seem to be a bit independent. Cooper's beautiful and I'm sure very easy to love!
My wheaten is such a good boy. He does lay around a lot and guit chewing in stuff after a while. He listens very well and understands all commands. He hates getting baths and won't let me groom his legs and underbelly. He is friendly with everyone and never met a stranger. He does the wheaten greeting and I love it. He never cuddled up with me until we got a pomeranian and now he'll lay his head on my lap.
We have 2 wheatons....4 yo Finnigan McCool and 18 month old Murphy McCool. We live in Maine and these boys have 92 acres to run around. They don't mind cuddling on their terms. And of course they want to be with their people all the time.
My Wheaton (Brody) doesn't like to cuddle either! So many similar traits to your Cooper. Doesn't sleep 20 hours, but does sleep a lot. Loves to go for rides in the car. Often same panting thing tho. I also let his hair grow for 2 months and then do a puppy cut. Prefers women, but gentle with everyone. He does bark quite a bit when guests arrive, but settles down quickly. Wonderful dog. Small children do freak him out a bit.
My wheaten loves to cuddle with me I feed him 3 times a day his bathroom situation is VERY good overnight I never have a situation where he needs to go. His breath is absolutely minimal
We have a 3-yr old SCWT named Mari. We keep her in standard show grooming so her head has her fall partially covering her eyes & a beard similar to Schnauzers. But her body coat is trimmed short to avoid mats in between her groomings 6 weeks apart. Many of the behavioral traits Cooper has is identical to Mari’s. Loved your video! Hope you feature her on future videos of yours. Can I ask what prompted you to get a Wheaten of all the breeds you could have chosen?
My dog Duke lived till 14 1/2, we used dental bone @ Costco white bones our vet always told us his teeth were great, also had his teeth was brushed with every grooming. Can't say enough about a soft coated wheaten, My first one lived till 1 day b4 her 11th birthday. my girl was very cuddly, my boy was very independent. Both loved children. Both loved their walks. I'm on the hunt for my new best friend.
I have a mini Wheaten Poodle whose 4 months old. He’s full of energy and is in the biting stage. We’re getting a handle on that and he seems to be calming down a bit. Sleeps a lot. I love him. His name is Moose.
We rescued a 3 yr old male wheaten a couple of months ago. He joined our other 3 rescues-pug/terrier, pit/bulldog, and Pomeranian/American Eskimo. They all get along great! (Our wheaten loves to cuddle and hug us)
I had soft coated Wheaton to named Roxie loved her great dog now I have a more ni Goldendoodle which has about the same mannerisms but is a lot more needed and loves to cuddle.
I’ve had five different breeds of dogs in my life and my Wheaten (Finnegan) is my favorite. They are great dogs. Great with kids, adults, other dogs, ect.
I had a wonderful Wheaten and she passed and we got another Wheaten and her name is Winnie, she was the runt and she’s much smaller. We love Soft Coated Wheatens
They said that it origin from Ireland..... Thus considered as a Irish dog and used for mainly farm job...... They also said that it is harder to train and can grow to vv big sized
Heya.. Just found your channel and subbed.../while looking through videos on YT of wheaten terriers... We are getting a puppy in the spring 2023.. Can't wait.. They are one of my FAVVVV types of dogs.. Your Cooper is adorable.. Thanks for this video.. I will check out your channel.. Cheers. Leesa
It’s like you were describing my Wheaten! She is so lazy in the morning, but every night she has what we call her “witching hour”, when she’ll stare at us, pant, and sprint around in circles at the slightest opportunity. Also we have managed to teach her a few tricks, but she will only do them when she thinks we have treats- and when she thinks you have treats she will just go and do every trick she knows in front of you until you give one. Also, same thing for the food, she will slowly graze on her kibble throughout the day
I have a Wheaten named Ted, and he is a mess! Definitely a mama’s baby, under my feet or on my lap every chance he gets. We take him everywhere with us, because he gets separation anxiety. He jumps, or tries to jump on everyone who comes in the door. If we ever got robbed he would just let the crooks in as long as they gave him a good pet first.
I have a pug named auggie. Thought they would be lazy couch potato’s. This guys crazyyyyyyyy! He’s chill in mornings and when he lets his energy out. He also makes super gross noises and licks the floor everywhere
I have a wheaten Terrier also, she is 9. She is absolutely identical to yours in look and mannerisms! I do the puppy cut as well and love watching it grow out. Unfortunately as it gets long it’s just so hard to maintain. She gets cut every 3 months also. Beautiful dog man!! Thanks for the video!
There must be an Ur-terrier with all the traits of the terrier. Our dog, a Welsh, also hated cuddling and slept most of the time. When he got his haircut it was like having a different dog , so much smaller and looking more like a schnauzer. Treats were a great and possibly the only motivator. My dog passed away after 17 great years and my heart is still broken.
I just lost my Wheaten on the 17th due to kidney failure. Her name was Ellie Mae and she was only 5 years old. If you own a Wheaten you MUST take them to the vet and have them check their blood for kidney issues. I just wish I knew this before because Ellie was EVERYTHING to my family and it's been devastating.
My wheaten terrier doesn’t play with toys and not food motivated. Very enjoyable. Same eating habits. Loves car rides. Great traveler. His name is Finn. He was a rescue. He is social. Loves other animals. Doesn’t care for kids.
Omg, he is so cute. Thanks for the video, might get a wheaton terrier. I have a carin terrier. They are very energetic, a huge barker and loves to cuddle. Wouldn't trade him for the world. He needs a companion and would love to get a wheaton terrier.
My dog is a full wheaten well that’s what the breeder told us but Rueben (my dog) has longer legs than most but he’s probably the best dog I could ask for dogs are truly a man’s best friend
OMG, my wheatie's name was Cooper too, they are so much alike. He passed 7/10/21, he was 12. No doubt the wheaten is the best breed ever. So looking forward to finding a new pup.
