While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Xoloitzcuintles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Xoloitzcuintles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Mexico

Ireland

spitz, primitive types

terrier

ancient, pre-columbian times

1700s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Fawn
Brindle
Brown

Black
Cream

Straight

Wavy

A Xoloitzcuintle can have a litter of 15-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Kidney Problems

Dry Skin
Sunburn
Teeth Issues

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies
Addison's Disease

Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Xoloitzcuintles need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hiking playing, Play keep away, Nap, Dog Parks

Shake, Getting Pet, Walking, New Smells, Tracking, Walk, Running, Sniffing, Pets, Bike ride, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Xoloitzcuintle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Xoloitzcuintles usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Xoloitzcuintle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 19-31 pound (9 - 14 kg) Xoloitzcuintle feed 2.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-40 pound (16 - 18 kg) Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Xoloitzcuintle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Xoloitzcuintle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is between $63 - $74. This makes an average of $756 - $888 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Xoloitzcuintle has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Xoloitzcuintles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Xoloitzcuintles have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Xoloitzcuintles are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.