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Terrier breeds: Bedlington

Origin
bedlington photo     The most common belief is that the Whippet was crossed with the Dandie Dinmont and the Otterhound creating this breed. It was known as the Rothbury Terrier until 1820. In 1820 Coates Pheobe was mated to Anderson's Piper, referred to as Ainsley's Piper. This was the first "Bedlington Terrier." Both Piper and his mother, Pheobe, were smaller and lighter than today's dogs, but Piper could still draw a badger even at 14, almost blind and toothless, when other Bedlingtons had failed.

General description

  • Height: 15-17.5 inches
  • Weight: 17-23 pounds
  • Color: Blue, liver, or sandy colors with or without tan markings on the legs, chest, over the eyes and under the tail.

    Grooming requirements
        This dog requires a great deal of upkeep. Due to the type of coat and the difficulty of the cut, most owners have this dog professionally groomed every 6-8 weeks. The lamb cut that this dog receives should be a scissored cut. To maintain the coat this dog should be brushed no less than every two weeks or the dog will become matted even on a regular grooming regimen.

    Health considerations
        This breed is prone to copper toxicosis, an inherited liver disease, as well as eye problems and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

    Breed characteristics and personality
        This dog makes a good guard dog and a loyal companion dog. This little clown is very personable.

    Uses
        The Bedlington was originally a working terrier, but time has changed it so this breed has now become a family companion. Though some still partake in ratting, it's not very common.

    Web links

  • AKC Bedlington Terrier page
  • Bedlington Terrier Club of America
  • The National Bedlington Terrier Club
  • Bedlington Terrier


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