Lakeland Terrier

  • Group 3: Terrier
  • Section 1 Large and medium sized Terriers
  • Without working trial

Great Britain

Not more than 37 cm ( 14.5 ins)

Males: 7.7 kg (17 lbs.) Females: 6.8 kg (15 lbs.)

The Lakeland Terrier is one of the FCI recognized British breed (FCI Group 3, Section 1, Standard No. 70).

Origin and History

The origin of the Lakeland Terrier is located in the Lake District ( Lake District ) in Northern England: The local farmers needed a fearless little dog for fox hunting. Therefore, they crossed from the beginning of the 19th century in the primitive Old English Black and Tan Terrier the Bedlington Terrier in order to achieve an improvement of character. Also, was bred for his wiry, water-repellent coat of the Border Terrier. The result was an agile and brave little dog that could flush out the foxes in caves and mountain ranges. Until the Lakeland Terrier 1912 received its final, current name, he had many baptisms behind: Fell Terrier, Terrier Cumberland or Westmoreland terriers were only some of their names. When the breeders were finally able to agree, the Lakeland Terrier, however, had not yet received any official recognition. This took place only in 1928 by the Kennel Club. In England and the U.S., this Terrier breed was next to her Hound existence once a very popular show dog, but her hand fell back somewhat in recent years. In Germany, the Lakeland is still rare.

Description

The rugged and rough dog that resembles the Welsh Terrier, should not be greater than 37 cm ( 14.5 in ) and weigh about 7-8 kg. Lakeland Terriers have thick wire hair with soft undercoat and can be seen in different colors. The spectrum ranges from red, wheaten, black and tan, blue and tan on the way to rotgrizzle, blue, liver color or all black. The small ears are carried deep tilted forward. His neck is long and slightly bent, the back short and straight. Overall, it is compact and muscular. The occurrence of the Lakeland Terrier is fearless, nimble, and full of self-confidence.

Nature

A Lakeland Terrier is a happy, friendly, playful, clever dog. He is self-confident and bold and a good guard. He loves the water and jumps like in ditches and ponds. Not only patience, but above all consistency are needed in education.

Husbandry and care

As puppies, these Terriers still have a soft fur, with about 18 weeks, they are abating their wire hair. From this point, they should be trimmed every 3 to 4 months. Otherwise Lakeland Terriers need plenty of exercise, but do not run every day for a specific workload to remain calm. Addicted to it even as puppies because they can also occasionally stay in the apartment alone.

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