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The Lakeland Terrier is a dog breed, which takes its name from its place of origin, In the United Kingdom, the Lakeland Terrier is considered a vulnerable dog breed at risk of going extinct through low levels of breeding, according to The Kennel Club. In the United States, the Lakeland Terrier ranked 156 out of 202 breeds by number of American Kennel Club puppy registrations in 2024.

Description

Appearance

At 15–17&nbsp;lb (7–8&nbsp;kg), the Lakeland Terrier is the smallest of the long legged, black and tan terriers. and continues to be customarily docked in the United States. Most Lakeland Terriers grow to between 13.5 and 15&nbsp;inches (34 and 38&nbsp;cm) in height, measured to the withers.

thumb|Grizzle and tan Lakeland Terrier

The eyes are small and dark colored and of oval shape. It is suggested that "[r]egular stripping and trimming improves the texture and quality of the coat" and is "necessary to enhance the dog's utilitarian purposes" as well as "enhancing him for the show ring".

Temperament

The dogs are friendly, bold, and confident. whereas the Lakeland Terrier Club suggests this was closer to 1928. The Lakeland Terrier Association (now defunct) was founded in 1921. Lakeland Terriers have twice won Best in Show at Crufts and at Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

Health

A 2024 UK study found a life expectancy of 14.2 years for the breed compared to an average of 12.7 for purebreeds and 12 for crossbreeds.

  • Stingray of Derryabah - the first dog to win Best in Show/Supreme Champion at both the top US and UK shows Westminster (1968) and Crufts (1967)
  • Zelda Van Gutters - Nickelodeon Magazine's Roving Reporter/Mascot
  • Champion Revelry's Awesome Blossom - top winning Lakeland Terrier owned by Jean L. Heath and Bill Cosby
  • Kevin - owned by Neil Tennant (singer of the Pet Shop Boys)

See also

  • Dogs portal
  • List of dog breeds

References

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