Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Forum:
Wheaten Terriers

My husband and I are looking for a Wheaten Terrier in the Northern Virginia area. We are willing to travel to some areas of West VA and PA as well as other areas of VA. Does anyone know of a recommended breeder? What is the expected cost? Thanks for your help!

Go to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of Americas website for their list of breeders (www.scwtca.org). I know there are several reputable breeders from that list in Maryland who might be close to you. Regardless, in order to find a puppy from a reputable breeder you will, most likely, need to contact breeders in other states as well. Most reputable breeders only have a litter or two a year and have a wait list. It is worth the wait to get a pup from a reputable breeder! I know there are several backyard breeders in your area so be careful! Do not respond to newspaper ads, etc. A reputable breeder will test the parents annually for PLE/PLN (fatal diseases that do not show up until 2+ yrs of age) and have their hips and eyes checked (OFA certified and CERF registered). They should be willing to show you this information and show you the sire/dam . A good breeder will thoroughly interview you about the suitablility of your home/lifestyle for a pu

Thank you Alex for all of your great info!!! I appreciate it :)