The Lakeland Terrier is a breed of dog originally from England, known for its bravery and terrier temperament. It is a small-medium sized dog, with a rough coat and a great personality.
General details
The Lakeland Terrier is a medium-sized breed of dog, with an average weight of 7 to 8 kg and a height of about 36 and 39 cm. The average life expectancy of this breed is 12 to 16 years. It belongs to Group 3 (Terriers) according to the classification of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI).
Breed history in brief
The Lakeland Terrier is a breed originating from the mountainous Lake District region of northern England. Developed to hunt small animals such as rats and foxes, the Lakeland Terrier was recognized as a breed in 1921. Although it was popular as a hunting dog for a long time, today it is more commonly a companion and show dog. Although the breed's popularity has declined in recent years, it is still prized for its intelligence, energy and courageous personality.
Breed characteristics
The Lakeland Terrier has a head proportional to the body, rectangular in shape. The eyes are dark with an alert and intelligent expression. The ears are small, V-shaped and carried forward, close to the head. The tail is carried erect when the dog is in motion, but not on the back.
Its coat is harsh and weather-resistant, with a soft, dense undercoat. The most common colors for this breed are black and red.
This breed is characterized by being brave, intelligent and energetic, which makes it a good companion and excellent hunter. They are very loyal to their family and need proper socialization to avoid aggressive behavior towards other dogs or people.
Common health problems
The Lakeland Terrier dog breed is prone to several hereditary diseases, including Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease, hip dysplasia, copper liver disease, von Willebrand's disease and hereditary cataracts.
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