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- Pekingese Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction
- Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview
- Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Lifespan of Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Temperament of the Pekingese Versus the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Price of Pekingese versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Adopting the Pekingese versus Adopting the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Pekingese versus the Intelligence of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- The Popularity of Pekingese versus Popularity of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Do Pekingeses shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Does the Pekingese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Do Pekingeses Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pekingese vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Are Pekingeses good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Pekingeses and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Is the Pekingese Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pekingese Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pekingese is a tiny-sized dog while the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Pekingese 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.
Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Factor | Pekingese | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
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Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
Weight | 7 to 14 pounds | 30 to 40 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1930 | $1810 |
Price Range | $1288 – $2500 | $1050 – $2200 |
Temperament Score | 93.3 percent | 73.0 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 86 | 51 |
Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 73 | 40 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pekingese 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 Pekingese is 77 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Below is a list of where the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 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 Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses 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.
Temperament of the Pekingese Versus the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 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 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-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 Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 15 Pekingeses and 37 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.
Price of Pekingese versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The average price of the Pekingese puppy is $1930. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1288 – $2500. However, the price of a Pekingese can be as low as $700 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 138 Pekingese 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 Pekingese is more expensive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Pekingese | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier | |
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Average Price | $1930 | $1810 |
Price Range | $1288 to $2500 | $1050 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Pekingese and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Pekingese puppies or how many Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Pekingeses. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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 Pekingese 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.
Adopting the Pekingese versus Adopting the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Pekingeses 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 Pekingese named Dasher that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Pekingeses like Dasher on pefinder.com.
Also, like Pekingeses, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Rafferty 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 Rafferty that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Leo is the name of another Pekingese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Linus is an adorable Male Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Pekingeses and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Pekingese versus the Intelligence of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Pekingese | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier | |
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Intelligence Rank | 73 out of 130 dog breeds | 40 out of 130 dog breeds |
Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Pekingese has an obedience intelligence rank of 73 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pekingese belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Pekingeses tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 40 out of 130 dog breeds. The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is more intelligent than the Pekingese.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Pekingese
Popularity of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Year | Pekingese Popularity Rank | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 77 | 51 |
2014 | 82 | 49 |
2015 | 80 | 47 |
2016 | 93 | 50 |
2017 | 88 | 49 |
2018 | 92 | 53 |
2019 | 83 | 54 |
2020 | 95 | 58 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Pekingese versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Pekingeses shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Pekingese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Pekingeses have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not 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 Pekingeses Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Pekingese vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
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 Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pekingeses good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Pekingese Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Pekingese Better for Apartment Owners than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pekingese or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Pekingese and how the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pekingese and of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier to other breeds:
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Finnish Spitz Pekingese versus Pyrenean Mastiff Pekingese versus Tibetan Terrier Pekingese versus Airedale Terrier Pekingese versus Labrador Retriever Pekingese versus American Eskimo Dog Pekingese versus Cairn Terrier Pekingese versus Boxerdoodle Pekingese versus Bich Poo Pekingese versus Bich Poo Pekingese versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pekingese versus English Springer Spaniel Pekingese versus Azawakh Pekingese versus French Bulldog Pekingese versus Shichon Pekingese versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Pekingese versus Pharaoh Hound Pekingese versus Silky Terrier Pekingese versus Fila Brasileiro Pekingese versus Westiepoo Pekingese versus Dogue de Bordeaux Pekingese versus Welsh Terrier Pekingese versus Papillon Pekingese versus Silky Terrier Pekingese versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Weimaraner Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Welsh Terrier Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bull Terrier Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Golden Retriever Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Boerboel Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Cockapoo Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Dachshund Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Australian Cattle Dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Spinone Italiano Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Beagle Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Westiepoo Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Maltipoo Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Dachshund Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Pomapoo Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Chi-Poo
Conclusion: Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you and your family.