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Lakeland Terrier
Medium Breed
The Lakeland Terrier is a happy breed with a bouncy personality and courageous attitude. Never backing down despite its small size, this breed will stand up for itself no matter who is in front of it.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Males 8kg / 17 lbs; Females 7kg / 15 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
37 cm / 15 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Dense harsh and weather resistant
Markings
Black and tan, blue and tan, red, wheaten, red grizzle, liver, blue or black. White tips on feet and chest.
Lifespan
Average 10-12 years
Their love of fun lends them to being great companions to children whom they love to spend time with. Whether the breed is relaxing or having fun, the Lakeland Terrier is loved by all who own it.
Temperament
The Lakeland Terrier is a happy-go-lucky little breed that has a natural affinity with children and their affectionate nature makes them very good companions for all people. Although they can be wary of strangers, with sufficient socialising they can be accepting. They have a tendency to be wilful as a breed which can make them difficult to house-break. They need firm training from a young age to ensure that they will not grow up to be a problem in later life.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Lakeland Terrier is a good-looking dog with an active lifestyle and a hardy, happy personality. Fun and feisty, the breed will make everyone who comes into contact with it a little happier.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and can be wonderful with children
- A very light shedder
- Excels as a hunter, tracker and in the show ring
- Adapts well to most climates
- Good for apartment living
- Happy without a yard
- Good for novice owners
- Regular grooming needed
- Professional trimming or stripping needed
- Very active indoors
- Requires sufficient physical activity