For the sake of the owner, the Lakeland Terrier can become a brave hunter, a fun companion and a fun toy. He is confident in himself and never loses self-esteem. It seems that this dog never gets tired, infecting everyone around with optimism and love of life.
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Description and characteristics of the breed
This is a fun and agile dog that loves active games. It is not very suitable for keeping in an apartment, you will need long daily walks on a leash. An ideal option is a country house with a large yard and a high solid fence.
If you let the dog go for a walk for a walk, she can run for a cat or a passing bird. The breed has its own dignity, feels on an equal footing with people, requires patience in training.
History of breed origin
The dog’s historical homeland is Lake District, mountainous region in the English county of Cumbria. The breed was bred with the participation of Benglintons and English Terriers, registered in the first half of the XX century.
This breed was intended for hunting burrowing animals - ferrets and foxes, helped to protect shepherds, hunted in the mountains.
Lakeland Terrier breed standard
In accordance with the standard of the International Cynological Federation, the breed description is evaluated according to several criteria.
For a Lakeland Terrier, the following data are considered the norm:
- Appearance. A small, high-legged dog with a narrow body. This allows her to easily move around inaccessible hunting places.
- Proportions and physique. Male growth 36–38 cm, weight 7.8 kg, bitches can be 2 cm lower and weigh a little less. Addition is harmonious and proportional, squat growth or excessive lightness is a vice. The dog has strong working breed bones.
- Head. The skull is flat, the transition from the muzzle to the forehead is barely noticeable. The eyes are small, wide set, brown. The nose is straight, elongated, the nose is black. The teeth are large with a straight or scissor bite. The ears are small, triangular, hanging down. Deficiencies are a light nose, head of an irregular shape, broken bite.
- Body and neck. The long neck smoothly passes into a high withers. The case of dogs is square; in females, it may be slightly elongated.
- Front and hind limbs. The elbows of the forelimbs are pressed to the body during movement and in the stance. Paws are powerful, rounded, pads are thick, fifth fingers are removed. Strong and muscular hips.
- Color and coat. Tough and thick coat, elongated on the face and legs. It can be painted in wheat, red, blue, red with liver, gray or black shabra color.
- Movement and temperament. The movements are free, characterized by flexibility and grace. The dog has a friendly, active disposition, always ready to follow the owner.
Lakeland Terrier puppy selection criteria
When choosing a puppy, it is necessary to pay attention to his health and character, how the baby reacts to people, makes contact. Equally important is the beauty of the future pet.
You need to get a puppy in the kennel, where they can show his parents. Breeders monitor the health and cleanliness of the breed, provide documents for the puppy.
Maintenance, care and feeding
The dog does not molt. Two or three times a year, it must be trimmed by plucking old hair. Ears and eyes need extra care. Ears are regularly cleaned by plucking excess hair in the ears.
Twice a week, the dog's hair is combed with a stiff brush. Spend seasonal treatment against ticks and fleas. Before annual vaccination, worms are driven off 10 days before vaccination.
When choosing dry feeds, they prefer the premium and super-premium class. Such feeding the Lakeland Terrier will provide him with the necessary energy spent throughout the day. If the dog’s diet consists of natural products, they are given at least 250 g of meat per day, mineral and vitamin supplements, and meat and bone meal. Bread and cereals are fed restrictedly.
How to train and raise a dog
The dog needs frequent walks, active games. A savvy pet requires patience during training and a special approach. He categorically refuses to answer monotonous commands, and during the game, and even with refreshments, he will complete the task 10 times in a row.
If the Lakeland Terrier puppies receive little attention, they can grow aggressive and cowardly.
The dog gets along well with children, but does not allow taking its toys, it requires respect for itself.
Advantages and disadvantages of the breed
The undoubted advantage of the breed is good health, small size, cheerful disposition. The dog is ideal for athletes, and people who like to lead an active lifestyle.
The disadvantages include the need for persistent and consistent education. An inexperienced dog breeder can raise a wayward and naughty pet, which will be a lot of problems.
