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Adopt a Lakeland Terrier
Picture: Kent and Donna Dannen
Family:
terrier
Area of origin:
England
Original function:
vermin hunting
Average size of male:
Ht: 14.5, Wt: 17
Average size of female:
Ht: 13.5, Wt: 17
Other names:
none
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Lakeland Terrier Dog Temperament
The spunky Lakeland makes the most of every day, always busy investigating, playing, hunting, running and chasing. Given daily exercise in a safe area, he settles down in the home and makes an entertaining and endearing friend. Clever, independent and stubborn, he can be mischievous. He is nonetheless sensitive and must be trained with patience as well as a sense of humor.
Lakeland Terrier Dog Care
This is an active breed that needs daily entertainment or he will make it for himself. A moderate walk on leash or a hardy game in the yard can usually satisfy his needs, but he also enjoys the chance to explore off leash in a safe area. His wire coat needs combing one or two times weekly, plus scissoring and shaping four times yearly.
Lakeland Terrier Dog Health
Major concerns: none
Minor concerns: lens luxation, distichiasis
Occasionally seen: Legg-Perthes, vWD
Suggested tests: eye
Life span: 12-16 years
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Shelters with Lakeland Terrier Dogs
Some animal welfare organizations with Lakeland Terriers ready for adoption:
