Bedlington Terrier

Life span: 12 -14 years

Availability: Rare

About Bedlington terrier
The Bedlington Terrier, also known as the Rodberry or Rothbury Terrier, the Northumberland Fox Terrier, the North Counties Terrier, the Gypsy Dog or simply the Bedlington, comes from a small mining village in the county of Northumberland, England. This lamb-like dog, with its pear-shaped head and arched back, looks like nothing else in the canine world.

The originating dog, it is reputed, for the Bedlington Terrier as a breed was a dog called Old Flint who gave birth to a litter of pups in 1782, with Otterhounds, Danie Dinmont Terrier both possible contributors to the breed. The Bedlington Terrier Club being establish in 1877, followed by recognition by the Kennel Club in 1948.

The original name for the Bedlington Terrier was the Rothbury Terrier, named after the district of Rothbury located on the England/Scotland border. In the 1820's the breed was renamed the Bedlington Terrier after the mining town of Bedlington where they were popular animals for the miners who used them to hunt and catch vermin. The breed was used for hunting dog of foxes, hares and badgers.

Bedlingtons are highly intelligent and moderately easy to train. They don't respond to harsh training methods.

Visits to Groomer- high

Drooling- yes

Bath-Rare

Tolerance to heat-Get a heatstroke

Tolerance to cold-Loves snow

Exercise Requirement-Lots

Under Coat-No

Colour- Liver, Blue, Sandy, Liver & Tan, Blue & Tan, Sandy & Tan

Coat Type- hard and soft

Hair Length-Flowing

Hair Density-Dense

Bedlington Terriers are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Bedlingtons will get any or all of these diseases, but it's important to be aware of them if you're considering this breed.

Copper Toxicosis


Hip dysplasia


Copper Toxicosis


Patellar Luxation

Distichiasis

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia

Retinal Dysplasia

Temperament
The Bedlington Terrier is playful, cheerful and affectionate, making a good family companion especially as it is usually much calmer than most other terrier breeds. As a breed it is generally loving towards children and adults alike. They are loyal animals as well as being energetic, but can have the usual stubborn terrier streak! Due to this, the Bedlington benefits greatly from firm, strong leadership and direction.

Training & Intelligence
Bedlingtons are highly intelligent and moderately easy to train. They don't respond to harsh training methods.He learns new commands at the average rate. He is neither difficult nor easy to train. With proper training and socialization, the Bedlington is an excellent companion and enthusiastic partner in all family activities. You will appreciate his sense of humor and eagerness to get the most out of life.

Breeding
Litter Size-3 to 6 puppies (approximately)

Complication in Breeding-No

Procreation
Bedlington terrier are extremely healthy and sturdy a breed and can be mated after it reaches a mature age of 1.5 years - 2 years. Before mating, it will be advisable to see the medical history of the mate to rule out any medical conditions that may be transferred genetically. If you are a first time pet parent, you might want to seek medical help from a veterinarian for the neonatal care and care post the delivery of the pups.