Sealyham Terrier
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This small, fearless terrier is not very common. This is a shame, because the Sealyham Terrier - known as Sealy for short - impresses with its beautiful coat and pleasant nature. Originally bred as a hunting dog, it has long since become a family and companion dog. The demand for puppies has risen sharply in recent times.
Characteristics
The Sealyham Terrier immediately shows what it was originally bred for. The long back and short legs clearly reveal it to be a hunting dog. With a shoulder height of 31 to 32 cm, it fits into any den.
The small terrier pursues its prey, foxes, badgers or polecats, right into the den to find and kill them there. Rats or mice in the yard or in the barn don't stand a chance when a Sealyham Terrier is nearby. He does not have to learn this behavior, it is innate, it is in his genes.
His coat is either pure white or with brown or black markings. From its time as a hunter, your Sealyham Terrier has a robust coat including a terrier beard.
With a Sealyham Terrier, you have a lovable little friend by your side who is always fun and ready for anything. They adapt to your lifestyle, whether you live alone or have a family. All Sealyham Terriers love children more than anything.
As an active dog, your Sealyham Terrier wants to be kept busy. You don't necessarily have to be a hunter, take him jogging or cycling, try out a dog sport. He is friendly and open-minded towards other dogs.
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The right food
When choosing food, make sure that it contains high-quality ingredients, is balanced and meets your dog's requirements. Age, size or weight, activity and health status play an important role. You should follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the amount of food.
Treats should only be fed in moderation and deducted from the basic diet to avoid obesity.
Puppies can be fed 4-6 times a day. The number of meals should be gradually reduced to 2 per day until the dog is fully grown. A rest period should be observed after meals.
Fresh drinking water should be available at all times.
Health & Care
At first glance, your Sealyham Terrier's coat appears to be very high maintenance. You should have it trimmed regularly by a specialist. After that, it is sufficient to brush and comb your dog daily. Make sure that the coat is really trimmed and not just clipped. Clipping ruins the coat, it gets dirty quickly and loses its shine.
The long, coarse top coat lies over the soft undercoat. This double coat makes the coat of the four-legged friend dirt-repellent, robust and resistant. This considerably reduces the amount of grooming required.
As a former hunting dog, your Sealyham Terrier needs plenty of exercise and outdoor activities. Then you can also keep him in a city apartment.
Although he has the typical terrier stubbornness, he is easy to train. Be consistent but loving during training and give your little friend enough time. As soon as he understands what you want from him, he will cooperate eagerly. A Sealyham Terrier always wants to do everything right.
Suitable accessories
Your Sealy needs a food bowl that is the right size for him. You should have several water bowls. To ensure that your furry friend always has access to fresh water, it is best to distribute the water bowls throughout the home. If your Sealyham Terrier is allowed out in the yard or garden, it must also have water there.
A suitable harness or collar with lead is necessary when you take him outside, whether for a walk or for training. A short, sturdy lead is best for training. If you want your furry friend to have a little more freedom on a walk, use a flexi or drag lead.
Your little friend will love a basket or bed with a soft blanket for his resting area. If your dog spends a lot of time outdoors, it needs a weatherproof and well-insulated dog kennel. In the car, you can transport your four-legged friend safely in a transport box.
Your Sealy will also need tick tweezers, claw clippers, a brush and comb or a rubber curry comb or furminator, a toothbrush and toothpaste for dogs and a first aid kit. It's best to ask your vet what should be in the first aid kit.
Toys that stimulate the mind and encourage movement should not be missing. Let your dog decide which toy he wants. Some dogs like to chase balls, others prefer to tug, chew or search.
Origin & History
Captain John Edwards was looking for a small hunting dog to fulfill his passion for hunting. He lived on his family estate at Sealy Ham in Wales.
For his perfect hunting companion, he crossed small native dog breeds. No one knows exactly which ones, but probably Fox Terrier, Welsh Corgi, Bull Terrier and Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
He succeeded in breeding a keen, robust and hardy dog. After his death, his daughter continued the breeding.
The first breed standard was published in 1910 and the Sealyham Terrier has been registered in the Kennel Club since 1911. The breed has been recognized by the FCI since 1954.
