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Lakeland Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
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Healthiness
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Life Span
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| Breeds by Group | Terrier |
| Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids Hypoallergenic Low Shedding |
| Overview: | The Lakeland Terrier is a very friendly breed. They're smart and often need to be the center of attention. This breed is frisky, making it a great playmate for children. |
| Breed Group: | Terrier |
| Weight (lbs): | 17 |
| Height (in): | male: 14.5, female: 13.5 |
| Colors: | Solid (blue, black, liver, red, or wheaten); or wheaten or golden tan with a saddle of blue, black, liver or grizzle. |
| Coat: | Double; the outer coat is hard and wiry in texture, the undercoat is close to the skin and soft. |
| Character: | Lakeland Terriers are great watch dogs. Very active, they're known for their intelligence and affection. |
| Temperament: | This breed can be reserved around strangers, although they get along very well with children and other dogs. Early socialization is needed so that they can live peacefully with cats or other household pets. |
| Care: | Its wire coat needs combing 1 or 2 times weekly, plus stripping and scissoring 4 times yearly. |
| Training: | This breed learns very easily, requiring a challenging and varying training approach. |
| Activity: | The Lakeland Terrier is well suited to apartment living, though he needs adequate exercise, including running and playing off the leash on a regular basis. |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | This breed has no serious hereditary problems. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-16 |