The Lakeland Terrier is a small member of the Terrier family. Its name references the place of origin, the Lake District in England. It is one of the earliest terriers, and the breed was originally used to hunt vermin. Physically the Lakeland Terrier is long legged and sturdy. It has a broad muzzle, small, V-shaped ears, and a thick bushy outercoat and a soft undercoat. The oval eyes are small and dark, and its nose and pads of the feet are black. The breed is friendly, bold, and confident, and they are quick to learn and easy to train.
Lakeland Terriers have a withers height between 13”-15” (33-38 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 15-18 lb (7-8 kg). The Lakeland Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 18”-21” (46-53 cm), standing height between 17”-20” (43-51 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.
The Lakeland Terrier is a small member of the Terrier family. Its name references the place of origin, the Lake District in England. It is one of the earliest terriers, and the breed was originally used to hunt vermin. Physically the Lakeland Terrier is long legged and sturdy. It has a broad muzzle, small, V-shaped ears, and a thick bushy outercoat and a soft undercoat. The oval eyes are small and dark, and its nose and pads of the feet are black. The breed is friendly, bold, and confident, and they are quick to learn and easy to train.
Lakeland Terriers have a withers height between 13”-15” (33-38 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 15-18 lb (7-8 kg). The Lakeland Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 18”-21” (46-53 cm), standing height between 17”-20” (43-51 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.
