The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier looks like a walking cloud with a mission to make friends and find mischief. With its silky, tousled wheaten-colored coat and perpetual bounce in its step, this medium-sized breed oozes charm. Wheatens are famously friendly—so much so that any attempt at using them as a guard dog would likely result in the burglar getting licked. They thrive on companionship and want to be involved in every aspect of your life, from making breakfast to binge-watching TV.

Though bred as farm dogs in Ireland, Wheatens today are just as likely to herd children into the carpool as they are to chase squirrels in the backyard. They need regular grooming unless you want your home to resemble a hayloft. Their cheerful demeanor and alert curiosity mean they’re often up to something, usually involving muddy paws and innocent expressions. Ideal for active families, they blend enthusiasm with emotional intelligence in a way that’s both hilarious and endearing.