Lakeland Terrier

The Lakeland Terrier is an English descended terrier bred for working, namely digging and hunting vermin. This breed of terrier, unlike other terriers, can actually kill foxes rather than simply dig them out or alert hunters to their presence.  They are friendly and energetic which enjoy playing and exercising, especially agility training and playing fetch games.

Lakeland Terrier – A Keen Student

They are also very alert and quickly learns to distinguish between friends and strangers; and will let you know if the latter is coming to call. They are also very brave and spirited, willing to stand up to anything that is perceived as a threat to itself or to the family. For this reason, they also make excellent watch dogs. They can be trusted with children, but must be socialized to play well with other dogs.

The Lakeland Terrier – Very Adaptable

The Lakeland Terrier does well in any setting so long as they are exercised properly and allowed good physical and mental stimulation. Lakeland terriers are not typically shy or aggressive, but rather confident, friendly, and brave.

Lakeland terriers are tan and some other shade for patches (anything from black to liver and wheaton) in color generally and have hard wiry coats that if properly groomed will shed dirt and water.  Their coats need to be hand stripped for shows and should be plucked anyway since clipping can irritate the dog’s skin.

The Lakeland Terrier can live in any kind of home environment so long as they are properly exercised.  If you can train and exercise this dog properly, you will have a companion that will be good with people and will protect you as well.