Lakeland terrier | Facts & Information

Colors: black, brown, reddish, blue, black-brown

Origin

It is the result of crossing the Old English black and Tan Terrier with the Bedlington terrier.

Through various selections the current breed has been obtained in the Lake area of England from where its name comes.

It was used in fox hunting and in packs of chasing dogs and for harassing large hunters. It is little known outside England and Ireland.

Feeding Lakeland Terrier

Part of the food that a Lakeland Terrier is: chicken, turkey, beef, game, fish, fresh vegetables and fruits, etc.

Occasionally yogurt and eggs. We all know that one of the main sources of protein is meat; this is why so many types of meat appear. The dog needs protein, and meals need to be diversified.

Most foods in stores are based on cereals and other ingredients, not all of which are recommended for animals.

Dogs are harder to digest these combinations with store cereals and over time digestive or other problems may occur. I'm not saying that all types of food in stores are like that, but there are plenty of them.

Corn, soy, wheat, chocolate, etc.are not recommended. these are foods that cause health problems. Loose stools, bloating, itchy skin, etc.instead, all dogs should have fresh water at their discretion to quench their thirst.

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Appearance Lakeland Terrier

It is a small dog, brisk, robust, with a square appearance and narrow body.

The head is flat, long with a broad, straight snout, equal in length to the skull and covered with long and frequent hair forming a beard and whiskers. The eyes are small, oval, dark brown in color.

The ears are V-shaped, small and folded in front. The tail is cut and worn high.

The coat is double with a soft and fine first coat and a rough, thick outer coat of medium length, very often and waterproof.

The color can be black, reddish, bluish, red, golden, brownish with or without spots.

Behavior Lakeland Terrier

It is a lively, Hardy, sporty, cheerful, active, alert, courageous and self-confident dog.

Tender, affectionate and devoted to the master, gets along well with children, is suspicious but not aggressive with strangers.

He gets along well with other dogs, accepts other animals in the house if he has been socialized with them since childhood.

Lakeland Terrier Training

It is a relatively easy dog to train, as it learns easily.

Training should be consistent, varied, firm, without being severe. He likes canine sports activities like flyball, agility exercises.

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Features Lakeland Terrier

It is a weather resistant, very active dog that likes to live outdoors but can also accommodate to life in an apartment if it makes many movements daily, is taken out for long walks.

It is recommended for active, sports people.

Fur should be trimmed 2-3 times a year (old hair is plucked by hand).

Trim the excess hair between the pads of the legs. It is an excellent hunting dog for foxes, badgers, rabbits even in rocky terrain. It is a pleasant companion of long hikes. He is a good guard dog and devoted companion.

Lakeland Terrier Diseases

Lakeland Terrier is a dog that can lead a healthy life if well cared for.

Even so, there may be some problems of bones, joints, eyes or ears, and so on.

Don't think that all or one of them will be your dog. There are diseases that can affect the dog or not.

They can occur due to living conditions or be "inherited".