Choose a Labahoula if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

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Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Sable
Fawn
Red
Black
Brindle
Red

Black
Cream

Labahoulas have short coats.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Labahoula can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Kidney Problems

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies
Addison's Disease

X-ray imaging
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Hearing Tests
Ophthalmic Examination

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

Labahoulas thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Labahoulas need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Labahoulas bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Playing Ball, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Pulls and tugs, Running, Hiking, Exploring, Play, Walk, Walks, Tug, Treat balls, Puppy training, Fetch, Bath time, Belly rubs, Playing, Training, Swim, Run, Walking, Playing tag, Hide and seek, Bike ride, Boat ride, Barking, Catch treats, Laying down, Chasing balls, Cuddle

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

Labahoulas are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labahoula, it's at least 15 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 Labahoulas usually need at least 90 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.

In general Labahoula should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Ideally, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-95 pound (32 - 43 kg) Labahoula feed 3.5 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 Labahoula is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 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 Labahoula is between $70 - $84. This makes an average of $840 - $1008 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.

Labahoula is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Labahoulas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Labahoulas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Labahoulas are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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