Lakeland Terrier Dog Breed Information

Posted on Apr 8, 2019, Modified : Sep 5, 2019 Arry

Breeds

Country of Origin	United Kingdom
Nicknames and Other Names	None
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred
Group	Terrier
Bred For	Hunting Foxes
Size	Small-sized
Recognized By	KC, AKC, FCI, UKC, NZKC, UKC, ANKC
Life Span	12-15 years
Ideal Weight	Male: 17 pounds Female: slightly smaller
Ideal Height	Male: 14-15 inches Female: slightly smaller
Fur Type	Wiry in texture, the undercoat is soft
Common Colors	Black and Tan, Blue, Black, Blue and Tan, Grizzle ad Tan, Red, Liver, Wheaten, Red Grizzle
Markings	None
Availability	Rarely available
Achievements	Won Best in Show at both Crufts and Westminster
Suitable for Apartments	Yes
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Irish Terrier

The Lakeland Terrier is often referred to as attractive little dogs being mischievous and have a real sense of humor. They are affectionate and loyal terriers that form a very strong bond with their families.

Lakeland Terriers are not as popular as they once were and they have been placed on the list of vulnerable native breeds. It is necessary to know about the history of Lakeland Terrier.

Origin and History

The Lakeland Terrier dogs were originally bred to work in mines and on farms, but with hunting being the popular sport at the time, many terriers were used in the field. It is from these dogs that Lakeland Terriers developed that boasted a tremendous amount of courage, loyalty, and stamina.

The Lakeland Terrier breed has become less popular in the UK and the number of puppies registered with the Kennel club every year has dwindled as a result the breed has been classified as a vulnerable native breed. They are ranked 71 in popularity out of 238 breeds.

Is Lakeland Terrier Child-Friendly?

Yes, Lakeland Terriers are child-friendly because they are highly adaptable in a family environment and they thrive on being involved in everything that goes on in a household. They are happy characters by nature and generally behave nice with children providing they have grown up together. However, any interaction between dogs and kids must be supervised by an adult.

facts of Lakeland Terrier — Lakeland Terrier with kid. Image Source: Instagram @apereiranews

These Lakeland Terriers are known to be fearless so you will need to supervise each and every step. They will not get aggressive with children but will love their company and will thrive when they get a chance to play with them.

Behavior, Temperament and Personality

Behavior: The behavior of Lakeland Terriers is alert, friendly, curious little dogs. They are fearless dogs with a heart of gold without being aggressive. They love to run and chase and thrive on outdoor activity and will play with the zeal of puppy. They are good family dogs and enjoy the company of older well-behaved children but they are reserved with strangers.

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Angry Little Lakeland Terrier.

Temperament: Temperament of Lakeland Terriers can be enhanced with plenty of daily exercises, living indoors as a member of the family and consistent training to channel his eager body and active mind into activities. They are very possessive of their foods, toys as well as territories. They have excellent eye-sight and high prey drive.

Personality: Lakeland Terrier are very intelligent dogs. They are highly expressive and devoted to their family. They are curious pooches with excellent sense of humor. These terriers can easily get bored if they are left to their own devices for a longer period of time. They love to be with humans and are a great choice for people where one person usually stays home when everyone else is out of the house.

Trainability

Lakeland Terriers are known to be highly intelligent terriers but they don’t boast a very good attention span. They can be stubborn at times when they don’t find the training session interesting. The training and socialization must start early so that a well-trained puppy turns into a well-mannered dog.

A Lakeland Terrier playing in water and sand.
Image Source- Instagram @darcythelakelandterrier

Facts of Lakeland Terriers

Lakeland Terriers were called sheep-herd or shepherd.
Only 220 dogs were registered with Kennel Club in 2016.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Bloat, Obesity, Hip Dysplasia, Lens Luxation
Hypoallergenic	Yes
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Distemper, Canine Coronavirus Canine Parvovirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis, Kennel Cough
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Low Drooler
Grooming	Professional Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 24% Fat:16% Fiber: 4% Omega-3 and 6 Fatty Acids Glucosamine

Lakeland Terriers are prone to following health issues:

Lens Luxation: It is a condition in which the lens becomes detached from its normal location.
Distichiasis: It is a rare disorder defined as the abnormal growth of lashes from the orifices of the meibomian glands on the posterior lamella of the tarsal plate.
Von Willebrand: It is a genetic disorder caused by missing von Willebrand factor, a clotting protein.