A Detailed Comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

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American Eskimo Dog Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the American Eskimo Dog and for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Eskimo Dog or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Eskimo Dog is a small-sized dog while the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Eskimo Dog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Eskimo Dog to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Factor American Eskimo Dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight Starts at 30 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1220 $1810
Price Range $750 – $1500 $1050 – $2200
Temperament Score 82.6 percent 73.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 118 51

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Eskimo Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the American Eskimo Dog is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 89 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a better pet than the American Eskimo Dog. So, you should get the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Below is a list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most different:

  • American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate cold weather. However, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    American Eskimo Dogs weigh Starts at 30 pounds when fully grown. American Eskimo Dogs are 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    The lifespan of American Eskimo Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dogs is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers is 13.5 years.

    American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Temperament of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Versus the American Eskimo Dog

    The American Eskimo Dog has a better temperament than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the American Eskimo Dog is 82.6 percent while the temperament score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 73.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 82.6 percent, the American Eskimo Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 73.0 percent, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 86 American Eskimo Dogs and 37 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

    Price of American Eskimo Dog versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    The average price of the American Eskimo Dog puppy is $1220. The price of the American Eskimo Dog typically ranges from $750 – $1500. However, the price of a American Eskimo Dog can be as low as $225 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 211 American Eskimo Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier typically ranges from $1050 – $2200. However, the price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier can be as low as $500 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 170 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is more expensive than the American Eskimo Dog.

    American Eskimo Dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
    Average Price $1220 $1810
    Price Range $750 to $1500 $1050 to $2200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the American Eskimo Dog and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many American Eskimo Dog puppies or how many Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of American Eskimo Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of American Eskimo Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the American Eskimo Dog puppy or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Adopting the American Eskimo Dog versus Adopting the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many American Eskimo Dogs and many Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male American Eskimo Dog named Casper, St. Louis, Mo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable American Eskimo Dogs like Casper, St. Louis, Mo on pefinder.com.

    Also, like American Eskimo Dogs, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Manny is a Male Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers like Manny that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Casper-Needs Foster Home is the name of another American Eskimo Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Barley is an adorable Male Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    American Eskimo Dogs and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more American Eskimo Dogs and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of American Eskimo Dog versus Popularity of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the American Eskimo Dog. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 51 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the American Eskimo Dog is 118 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of American Eskimo Dog

    Popularity of American Eskimo Dog

    Popularity of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Popularity of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Year American Eskimo Dog Popularity Rank Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 110 51
    2014 120 49
    2015 118 47
    2016 122 50
    2017 118 49
    2018 122 53
    2019 120 54
    2020 119 58

    Health Problems of American Eskimo Dog versus Health Problems of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the American Eskimo Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the American Eskimo Dog than for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    8 health tests are recommended for American Eskimo Dog while 2 tests are recommended for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in American Eskimo Dogs and in Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

    American Eskimo Dog Health Problems

    American Eskimo Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing American Eskimo Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a American Eskimo Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your American Eskimo Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen American Eskimo Dogs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for American Eskimo Dogs here.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Health Problems

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in American Eskimo Dogs and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the American Eskimo Dog Breed is Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    This is because the American Eskimo Dog ranks 6 out of 70 dog breeds for Degenerative Myelopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 68 American Eskimo Dogs, 17 of them had Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in American Eskimo Dogs, and how common these diseases are in American Eskimo Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 6 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 9 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 48 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 122 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 123 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 136 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Breed is Paroxysmal Dyskinesia problems.

    This is because the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Paroxysmal Dyskinesia problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 54 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, 11 of them had Paroxysmal Dyskinesia problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Paroxysmal Dyskinesia problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 7 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 46 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 79 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 126 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 162 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in American Eskimo Dog and in Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier:

    Disease American Eskimo Dog Rank Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Rank
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 6 out of 70 dog breeds 7 out of 70 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems 9 out of 40 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 48 out of 145 dog breeds 79 out of 145 dog breeds
    Hips problems 122 out of 198 dog breeds 162 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 123 out of 144 dog breeds 46 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 136 out of 182 dog breeds 126 out of 182 dog breeds
    Paroxysmal Dyskinesia problems Not Common 1 out of 1 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    American Eskimo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    American Eskimo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    American Eskimo Dogs are moderately easy to groom.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    American Eskimo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    American Eskimo Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Eskimo Dog or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Eskimo Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the American Eskimo Dog:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Keeshond (82 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Keeshond.
  • West Highland White Terrier (81 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier:

  • Cavachon (82 percent match with Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Cavachon.
  • Lowchen (80 percent match with Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Lowchen.
  • Cockalier (81 percent match with Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Eskimo Dog and how the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier to other breeds:

    American Eskimo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    American Eskimo Dog versus Collie     American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     American Eskimo Dog versus Boxer     American Eskimo Dog versus Sealyham Terrier     American Eskimo Dog versus Stabyhoun     American Eskimo Dog versus Finnish Lapphund     American Eskimo Dog versus Black and Tan Coonhound     American Eskimo Dog versus Brussels Griffon     American Eskimo Dog versus English Cocker Spaniel     American Eskimo Dog versus German Longhaired Pointer     American Eskimo Dog versus Scottish Terrier     American Eskimo Dog versus Greyhound     American Eskimo Dog versus Bulldog     American Eskimo Dog versus Weimaraner     American Eskimo Dog versus Great Dane     American Eskimo Dog versus Newfoundland     American Eskimo Dog versus Aussiedoodle     American Eskimo Dog versus Curly-Coated Retriever     American Eskimo Dog versus French Spaniel     American Eskimo Dog versus Belgian Tervuren     American Eskimo Dog versus Kishu Ken     American Eskimo Dog versus Skye Terrier     American Eskimo Dog versus King Shepherd     American Eskimo Dog versus Pug     American Eskimo Dog versus Yorkshire Terrier     

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Azawakh     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Chi-Poo     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Basset Hound     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Biewer Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Harrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Saint Bernard     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus English Setter     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Boxer     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Borzoi     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Papipoo     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Coton de Tulear     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Shetland Sheepdog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Kuvasz     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Silky Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Komondor     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Maremma Sheepdog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Portuguese Water Dog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Mountain Cur     

    Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the American Eskimo Dog and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you and your family.