Lakeland Terrier: Temperament, Exercise, Health
AKC Ranking: 127
Group: AKC Terrier;
KCGB Terrier
About
Lakeland Terrier
| Origin
and History of the Breed
The Lakeland Terrier’s
purpose was to hunt and kill vermin who live
in dens such as badger and fox (and otter)
in the rugged mountains of the Lake District
of northern England. Originally called the
Pattersday Terrier, the Lakeland Terrier was
developed by breeding Bedlington Terriers
and English Wirehaired Terriers. He has great
hunting skills in water as well as uneven
terrain.
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Lakeland Terriers are great hunters
and trackers. They make good watchdogs. They love
and excel at competitive obedience and agility.
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A General Appearance of
the Dog
The Lakeland Terrier is a very
rectangular dog with a boxy head. The long head
has bushy hair on the face. The back is very straight
and level, parallel to the floor. The Lakeland Terrier
has v-shaped ears which fold forward on each side
of the head. The head and muzzle are wide and flat
like a three-dimensional rectangle.
The Lakeland Terrier’s nose
is dark and the eyes are dark. The docked tail of
the Lakeland Terrier is carried high. If the tail
is not docked, the dog carries it gaily but not
curled over the back. Males have a mustache.
The Lakeland Terrier is a very
sturdy-looking dog, strong and muscular with a very
alert expression. The legs are straight and sturdy.
This terrier looks like he is standing on his toes.
His body is not robust as it is built for working
and his legs, although well-muscled, are long to
cover ground quickly. This dog looks like a smaller
version of an Airedale Terrier.
Coat Color
Lakeland Terrier puppies are often
dark-colored when born. Various colors for the Lakeland
Terrier are black, black and tan, reddish, red grizzle,
wheat, liver and blue, and grizzle and tan. There
may or may not be a saddle.
Coat Type
The Lakeland Terrier has a harsh
wiry coat all over his body with an softer undercoat.
Height: Ideally
no more than 14.5 inches
Weight: Ideally
around 17 lbs for males and 15 lbs for females
Personality
Temperament of the Dog
The Lakeland Terrier is a clever,
adventurous, mischievous, playful dog. Cheerful
and peppy, affectionate and loving, he can also
be feisty and determinedly willful when he wants
to be. The Lakeland shows great courage that goes
beyond confidence.
Lakeland Terriers like to dig,
so be sure to secure the fence below the ground.
They also tend to be barkers and need to be trained
early to stop barking on command. They guard their
toys and food fiercely.
Although difficult to housebreak,
they train to walk on lead fairly easily. They love
to please, so obedience training is not too difficult.
However, training needs to start early, continue
consistently, and be mixed with play and games so
there is a challenge.
Unlike many terriers, the Lakeland
gets along well with other dogs. He may be reserved
with strangers. If they are to live with cats and
other pets, they need to be socialized with them
early so they do not chase them.
They make good watchdogs. They
love and excel at competitive obedience and agility.
Better suited to an indoor
or outdoor lifestyle?
Lakeland Terriers need to live
in the house.
Are they suited to homes
with kids?
Lakeland Terriers love children
and enjoy playing with them.
Activity
Level
How Active is the Breed?
The Lakeland Terrier is very active
indoors. He likes a yard but it is not necessary
as long as he gets short walks through the day.
How Much Exercise Does
the Dog Need at every stage of its Life?
Puppies are more active than adults.
Adults and puppies are very active indoors, so once
or twice weekly romps outdoors in a safe area such
as a fenced yard or dog park are sufficient.
The Lakeland enjoys daily, long
walks or jogs and is a suitable dog for running
alongside you as you bicycle. He loves to play catch,
fetch, Frisbee®, etc. Agility training will
also keep him exercised and help his mind stay busy.
The Lakeland Terrier is a fine
dog for apartment living.
Grooming
The Lakeland Terrier will need
to have his coat hand plucked 2 -3 times a year
by a professional groomer. Monthly removal of loose
hair by brushing, removal of hair from ear passages,
and trimming of toenails and foot hair will be needed.
Use monthly flea and tick preventive.
Health
and Care
Genetic Problems
This is a very hardy breed with
no known genetic or health problems.
Breeding the Dog and any
Cautions
Your breeder should be consulted
on what mate would be a good match for your Lakeland
Terrier.
Life Span: 10
– 12 years
Because of the good health and
genetics of the breed, many survive for 15-16 years.
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National Breed Clubs
British - Lakeland Terrier Club,
Lakeland Terrier Society
US – United States Lakeland Terrier Club -
http://uslakelandterrier.org
Other Recognition:
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CET,
APRI, ACR
Rescue Link: http://uslakelandterrier.org/Default.aspx?tabid=66
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