The Bedlington Terrier is named after the mining town of Bedlington, Northumberland in North East England. They were initially bred to hunt vermin, but have been used in dog races and sports, conformation shows, and as pets. They superficially resemble lambs, as their blue, liver, or sandy colored coat is shaggy and linty in texture. The fur on the top of the dog’s head creates a shape known as a topknot. Bedlington Terriers like fighting, and they can be jealous when around other dogs. They have a high endurance and are quick in water.
Bedlington Terriers have a withers height between 15”-17.5” (38-44 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 17-23 lb (8-10 kg). The Bedlington Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 23”-27” (58-69 cm), standing height between 20”-24” (51-61 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.
The Bedlington Terrier is named after the mining town of Bedlington, Northumberland in North East England. They were initially bred to hunt vermin, but have been used in dog races and sports, conformation shows, and as pets. They superficially resemble lambs, as their blue, liver, or sandy colored coat is shaggy and linty in texture. The fur on the top of the dog’s head creates a shape known as a topknot. Bedlington Terriers like fighting, and they can be jealous when around other dogs. They have a high endurance and are quick in water.
Bedlington Terriers have a withers height between 15”-17.5” (38-44 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 17-23 lb (8-10 kg). The Bedlington Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 23”-27” (58-69 cm), standing height between 20”-24” (51-61 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.
