Which is Better between the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? A Very Detailed Review.

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Frenchton Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

Frenchton versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Frenchton versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Factor Frenchton Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Height 11 to 14 inches 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2130 $1810
Price Range $1650 – $2500 $1050 – $2200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton 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 Frenchton is 95 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 Frenchton is a better pet than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. So, you should get the Frenchton!

    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 Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches 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 Frenchton versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    The lifespan of Frenchtons is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Frenchtons 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.

    Price of Frenchton versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton 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 Frenchton is more expensive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    Frenchton Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
    Average Price $2130 $1810
    Price Range $1650 to $2500 $1050 to $2200

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. 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 Frenchton 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchton or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

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

    Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchton or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?

    Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchton

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Japanese Spitz.
  • 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 Frenchton vs Cavachon.
  • Lowchen (80 percent match with Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Lowchen.
  • Cockalier (81 percent match with Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Cesky Terrier     Frenchton versus Bordoodle     Frenchton versus Carolina Dog     Frenchton versus Spanish Mastiff     Frenchton versus Basset Hound     Frenchton versus Kai Ken     Frenchton versus Bullmastiff     Frenchton versus Pomchi     Frenchton versus Chi-Poo     Frenchton versus Akbash     Frenchton versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Frenchton versus Mountain Cur     Frenchton versus Spanish Mastiff     Frenchton versus German Longhaired Pointer     Frenchton versus Norwegian Buhund     Frenchton versus Chihuahua     Frenchton versus Giant Schnauzer     Frenchton versus Shichon     Frenchton versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Frenchton versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Frenchton versus Kishu Ken     Frenchton versus Bearded Collie     Frenchton versus Scottish Deerhound     Frenchton versus Alaskan Malamute     Frenchton versus Korean Jindo Dog     

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Chi-Poo     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bullmastiff     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bullmastiff     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Plott     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Carolina Dog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Beagle     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Komondor     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Azawakh     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Barbet     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bloodhound     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Cockapoo     

    Conclusion: Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you and your family.