There are not only many breeds of dogs, they also come in a wide variety of coat types.
While many dog breeds delight us with a smooth coat, either short or long, other dogs are born with slightly less fluffy coats.
These so-called wire-haired dogs have just as much charm as their smooth-furred counterparts.
Which wire-haired dog breeds melt most hearts here and what character traits they use to achieve this in addition to the fur, you will find out in the following article.
Interesting: Did you know that the Laekenois, our number 24is one of the rarest dog breeds in the world and is considered exotic among German shepherds in its home country of Belgium due to its rough coat?
#1: The Wire Fox Terrier
The «wiry» name of this breed may tell you that this is a wire-haired dog. The Wire fox terrier originally comes from England.
Although it looks similar to the Smooth Fox Terrier, this similarity ends with the coat.
This little whirlwind owns one intrepid and adventurous characterbut at the same time he is also very focused, perceptive and friendly – and therefore the perfect companion for all adventurers and families.
#2: The German Wirehaired Pointer
Before we continue the list of loads of British wire-haired dog breeds – yes, the Brits seem to have a very obvious fondness for straight terriers – let’s start with that German Wirehaired Pointer further.
This medium sized dog breed keeps what the name promises when it comes to fur.
Behind this frizzy coat of hair hides a alert and friendly being with a strong hunting instinct – no wonder, since this is a hunting dog breed.
#3: The Airedale Terrier
Moving on to another British Terrier breed, the Airedale Terriers. Usually the rough coat is black and red, but Airedale puppies are almost black with only a few red spots.
Like all terriers, the Airedale is a very bright little dog with lots A thirst for adventure, temperament and curiosity.
#4: The wire-haired dachshund
The wire-haired dachshund is probably the Germans’ favorite dog in small format – it’s not for nothing that it’s still said: «Everything for the dachshund…», etc.
This wire-haired breed is probably a cross between a terrier and a schnauzer.
The result: A really cute dog that not only has a lot of undercoat, but also a strong character and self-confident beings know how to wait.
#5: Scottish Terriers
This wire-haired breed Scottish terrier from Scotland was involved in the West Highland White Terrier breed, among other things.
This elegant and small dog is available in the Coat colors blonde, brindle and blackwhile the fur is of medium length and – like all terrier species – has a lot of undercoat.
Regular furness is mandatory here. Like all terriers, the Scottish terrier has a fearless beingthat of a extremely playful temperament is accompanied.
#6: Miniature Schnauzer
This breed was also formerly known as Wire-Haired Pinscher and is actually not a classic wire-haired breed.
The reason lies in the fur, which is much softer on the legs, flanks and face than on the rest of the body.
The Miniature Schnauzer is considered very intelligent, fearless and adventurousbut is nonetheless very obedient, trainable, loyal and affectionate.
#7: Parson Russell Terrier
Guess where that came from Parson Russell Terrier actually comes from – exactly, from Great Britain!
In addition to the wire-haired variant, this terrier is also bred with smooth fur and usually has white-red fur.
The Parson Russell Terrier resembles the Jack Russell Terrierbut unlike this breed has significantly longer legs.
But the character coincides with that of the other terrier breeds presented here and is again as Lively, lively, fearless, intelligent and playful to describe – of course also with a good portion attachment and loyalty combined.
#8: Cairn Terriers
The cairn terrier can quickly be mistaken for the West Highland White Terrier, even if the Cairn Terrier is built a little more robustly.
Like all canine Scots, this terrier also has a weatherproof and rough coatthanks to his dense undercoat is perfect for the Scottish weather.
And this property is also expressed in beings of the dog from that as particularly tough and stubborn valid, but also one gentle, cuddly and affectionate side has.
The Cairn Terrier is like all terriers very intelligent and trainable and a little bundle of energy.
#9: Border Terriers
The race border terrier you may know, among other things, from the film “There’s Something About Mary”. Again it is one Scottish-English breedunder whose rough top coat there is again a lot of undercoat hidden.
Originally, these small dogs were used for hunting in the Scottish-English border area, which also explains the weatherproof coat, among other things.
This is what is hidden behind this Terrier-typical alert and playful temperamentwhich can also be quiet and affectionate – but in all cases with a lot of intelligence and perseverance is paired.
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#10: Affenpinscher
In fact, he has Affenpinscher visually more similar to the Griffon Belge than to a monkey.
Regardless, the coat is this rare dog breed rough and can quickly stick out in a shaggy ring of hair on the head.
Originally only allowed in black, the cute Affenpinscher can now also have other coat colors.
Regardless of color, this wire-haired breed is very opinionated and stubborn and at the same time very active, playful, affectionate and loyal.
In any case, a must with this breed is a strong will on your part, so that the Affenpinscher doesn’t step on your nose.
#11: Kromfohrländer
There are indeed some non-British breeds hiding in our list of wire-haired dogs.
For example the Kromfohrländerthe originally from France originated and was crossed there from griffons and terriers.
Usually with red and white fur equipped, the Kromfohrländer is a very cheerful and friendly little dogwho also capable of learning and thus good trainable is.
Don’t let the cute looks fool you too much though – this dog has a mind of his own, along with plenty of wit, charm and intelligence.
#12: West Highland White Terriers
Who does not know this breed? Finally is the West Highland White Terriers a Scottish mascot so to speak and therefore also comes from this country.
This breed is one Cross between the Cairn Terrier and the Scottish Terrier.
Also equipped with plenty of undercoat, you can look forward to one with the West Highland White Terrier very people-related, loyal and yet self-confident dog who doesn’t want to be degraded to a lapdog.
#13: Griffon Belge
This wire-haired dog with the slightly puzzled expression on his face comes from Belgium.
In fact, at first glance he looks a little disheveled, which may be due to the fact that the fur, especially on the legs, is a little shorter than on the rest of the body.
Originally they were Griffon Belgeswho already have it since the medieval times exist, stable dogs, which should mainly hunt rats – and at that time pied pipers were more than just a good idea from a health point of view.
In the meantime, the pug and small spaniels have been crossed into this breed, which of course is also reflected in the character. And so the shaggy little Belgian is considered extremely cheerful, lively and loyal.
#14: Norwich & Norfolk Terriers
This little companion dog Norwich & Norfolk Terriers is bred in East England, more specifically, in East Anglia/Norwich.
Like some other terrier breeds, the Norwich & Norfolk Terrier has a double coat with some undercoat.
This means that this terrier is perfectly equipped for even the coldest weather. The happy rascal is almost taken for granted very active and full of urge to move – after all, he is a terrier – and beyond very affectionate, cuddly and capable of learning.
#15: Irish Terriers
At the Irish terrier it is either one small or about one medium sized dog.
The Fur is basically redvery dense and fits close to the body and contributes to the Irish Terrier being able to face all the adversities of the Emerald Isle weather safely.
This Race is considered very dominant, so needs a strong alpha animal. In addition, Irish Terriers very intelligent and trainable – and of course also playful, adventurous and full of energy and drive.
#16: Welsh Terriers
The little Welshman who welsh terrierhas – like all terriers – one dense undercoatwhich gets him through the British weather perfectly.
With its compact physique, the Welsh Terrier appears very robust – but behind this shell is a very lively, affectionate and also humorous dogwho will have you in his little dog heart in no time.
If you choose a Welshie, you can be sure that your life will be much more varied from now on.
#17: Podengo Portuguese
Not only the northern Europeans love wire-haired dogs – the Portuguese breed them too. And that includes, among other things Podengo Portuguesewho admittedly appears a little disheveled, but a dog’s heart of gold has.
In fact, you will find this breed on pretty much every corner in Portugal, because this small hunting dog is just as indispensable in the southern European country as sun and sea.
He is considered particularly persistent and tough and is beyond very lively, intelligent, companionable and loyal.
#18: Lakeland Terriers
You’ve probably noticed by now – for unspecified reasons, the British have a fondness for terriers.
And with that we present you the Lakeland Terriers that was first bred in the English Lake District, viz originally as a working terrier.
This playful wire-haired dog also has a lot of undercoat and will you with his nimble and enduring creatures wrap it around your finger as well as with one due portion of intelligence, stamina, charm and loyalty.
#19: Jack Russell Terriers
You just have to fall in love with this little rascal. The Jack Russell Terrier is probably one of them best-known terrier species and there is with both smooth and rough fur as well as in a medium-length variant.
Anyone who has lost their heart to a Jack Russell Terrier can count on lots of action, adventure and romp look forward – and of course to a very loyal and faithful companion with whom life never gets boring.
#20: German Jagdterrier
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