Lakeland Terrier
Terrier Group
Low-sheddingAKC RecognizedCan suit apartment life
📏 Size
Small
⚖️ Weight
7 - 8 kg
🌍 Origin
England
🐕 Shedding
Low
✂️ Grooming
Every few weeks
Energy Level
high
Exercise: About 1 hr a day
A guide for a healthy adult. Puppies, older dogs and flat-faced breeds in the heat need less.
Good to know
- Fox hunter: bred in England's Lake District to hunt foxes that raided sheep, they are bold, confident little terriers.
- Wiry coat: the hard coat sheds little but needs regular brushing and either hand-stripping or clipping.
- Terrier instincts: many love to dig and chase, so a secure yard and leash are a good idea.
- Smart and independent: they learn quickly but have a mind of their own, so keep training fun and consistent.
- A low-shedding coat. Some people with allergies find that easier to live with, but no breed is allergen-free.
Getting out with a Lakeland Terrier
They need daily exercise beyond a stroll: longer trails, games of fetch and time to run at the park.
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