Appearance of the Bully Wheaten
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| Bully Wheatens are medium-sized dogs with shaggy coats, hairy faces, floppy ears and medium-sized heads. They are usually red, white, brown or black with a black nose and large dark eyes. They have large heads, short hairy tails, long hind legs and shorter front legs. They average around 33 to 51 centimeters in height and 23 kilos. Depending on parentage, the Bully Wheaten may resemble the Bulldog more closely in some cases, where it may be shorter and stockier with shorter hair. Whatever the case, they are sturdy and muscular underneath all that fur, and generally appear well balanced. |
Temperament of the Bully Wheaten
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| Your dog may be harder to train than most, because Bully Wheatens like to test the limits and try to get away with everything they can. That's why it's important to be consistent in training and not resort to corporal punishment. Positive reinforcement works best with any dog. They are friendly dogs, but need to be socialized at a young age so they know how to interact with other animals, especially cats. They have a high hunting instinct in them, so they shouldn't be trusted with small animals like hamsters, ferrets or birds. The Bully Wheaten really likes to chase squirrels and rabbits outdoors, so you should keep her on a leash if you don't want her to do that. |
Needs and activities of the Bully Wheaten
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| Your Bully Wheaten can be a bit of a couch potato. They tend to be lazy and just want to stay in the house. However, to keep them healthy and prevent obesity, you need to make sure your dog gets about 30 to 45 minutes of brisk activity a day. Some of the activities your Bully Wheaten may enjoy include playing Frisbee, fetch, walking or jogging around the neighborhood, playing in the park and agility training. They also love to hunt and swim, so if you get the chance, your Bully Wheaten can enjoy a trip to the woods or lake. |
Maintenance of the Bully Wheaten
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| With the Bully Wheaten's fur coat, you need to brush them at least every other day with a stiff bristle brush and a metal comb. To remove tangles and mats, loosen them with your fingers before combing to avoid damaging the hair. You can give your Bully Wheaten a bath if you need to, but don't shampoo it too often. Be sure to check their ears for dirt and wax once a week, and trim their nails if necessary. What's more, vets recommend brushing your dog's teeth at least every other day to prevent periodontal disease. They make a special toothpaste for dogs which is recommended. |
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