Bedlington Terrier
Breed Information |
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| Popularity |
2022: #152 2021: #133 2020: #141 2019: #152 2018: #141 2017: #151 2016: #138 2015: #146 |
| Name | Bedlington Terrier |
| Other names | Rothbury Terrier, Rodbery Terrier |
| Origin |  United Kingdom |
| Breed Group | Terrier (AKC:1886 & UKC) |
| Size | Small to Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 14-16 years |
| Temperament |
Affectionate Devoted Energetic Loyal Playful Reliable Intelligent |
| Height |
Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm) Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) |
| Weight |
Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg) Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg) |
| Colors |
Blue Blue & Tan Liver Liver & Tan Sandy Sandy & Tan |
| Litter Size | 3-6 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1800 - $2500 USD Bedlington Terriers are famous for their performances in dog shows, and that's why dogs bred specifically for dog shows are known to go as high as $5,000. However, their average counterparts can be purchased at the price of $2,000. |
Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
4 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
4 stars This breed will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard. |
| Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly |
4 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
3 stars These active dogs need plenty of exercise and, like other terriers, will be bored and mischievous without it. They need to be taken for a long daily walk. |
| Grooming |
5 stars High Maintenance: Grooming should be performed often to keep the dog's coat in good shape. Professional groomers can be sought after for assistance. Occasional trimming or stripping needed. |
| Health Issues |
3 stars Hypoallergenic: YesBedlington Terriers may have a serious inherited liver problem known as Copper Storage Disease. They are also prone to hereditary kidney disease, PRA, thyroid problems and eye problems, such as cataracts and retinal disease. |
| Intelligence |
4 stars Ranking: #40 Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
3 stars |
| Shedding Level |
1 stars Minimal Shedding: This dog will shed a negligible amount. Recommended for owners who do not want to deal with dog hair in their cars and homes. |
| Stranger Friendly |
4 stars |
| Trainability |
4 stars Moderately Easy Training: The Bedlington Terrier can be a bit stubborn at times. While it does learn quickly, it is sometimes necessary for its trainer to be a bit stern. |
| Watchdog Ability |
3 stars |
Bedlington Terrier Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Max | Bella |
| 02 | Cooper | Lucy |
| 03 | Toby | Molly |
| 04 | Jake | Annie |
| 05 | Tucker | Lulu |
| 06 | Bruno | Roxy |
| 07 | Oliver | Lola |
| 08 | Zeus | Ellie |
| 09 | Lucky | Lexi |
| 10 | Bailey | Sophie |
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Overview |
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This graceful, lithe dog has a distinctive silhouette. Its arched loin and racy outline give it great speed and agility. A wolf in lamb's clothing, the Bedlington is unrivaled in its ability to chase and fight agile but tough quarry. Its gait is light and springy. Its coat is a mixture of hard and soft hair standing off the skin, affording good protection as well as outstanding appearance. The Bedlington is among the softer terriers, not only in looks and feel but in temperament. It is companionable, demonstrative and loyal. It enjoys its creature comforts and is a fairly quiet house dog. Even though it will seldom initiate a fight, it will not allow itself to be intimidated by other dogs and can be a scrappy fighter when pushed. It will give chase to small animals outdoors, but it can usually coexist with them indoors. |
History |
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The Bedlington Terrier was developed in and named after the mining town of Bedlington in the country of Northumberland, England. The original name for the Bedlington Terrier was the Rothbury Terrier, named after the district of Rothbury located on the English border. About 1825 the breed was renamed the Bedlington Terrier after the Bedlington Mining Shire. The breed was a prized hunting dog of foxes, hares and badgers. It was also used as a vermin hunter by the miners of Bedlington. The miners exploited its gameness as a fighting dog in the pits and hunters used them as retrievers. Both the Otterhound and Dandie Dinmont Terrier are possible contributors to the breed. Some breeders, especially those in England will cross Bedlingtons with Whippets and Greyhounds to produce what they call Lurchers. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: BEDLINGTON TERRIER DOGS 101 - PROS AND CONS
