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The Bedlington Terrier dogs puppies for sale was developed in the country of Northumberland, England. Originally it was called a Rothbury Terrier after the district of Rothbury. In 1825 the breed’s name was changed to the Bedlington Terrier after the Bedlington Mining Shire. The miners exploited the gameness of the dog and using it for fighting in the pits. It was also used as a vermin hunter by the miners. The Bedlington Terrier was a prized hunting dog of foxes, hares and badgers; they were also used as retrievers. Both the Otterhound and Dandie Dinmont Terrier are possible contributors to this breed.

Standing about 16-17 inches high and weighing 18-23 pounds the Bedlington Terrier resembles a little lamb. The hind legs are longer than the straight front legs and dewclaws are usually removed. The tail is low, thick at the root and tapering. The ears are set low and are triangular with rounded tips. The eyes are small and deep-set. The Bedlington has a double coat of hard and soft hair which stands out from the skin. Colors are blue, liver, sandy, blue and tan, liver and tan, sandy and tan.

The breed can live in an apartment but needs regular exercise. They are active indoors and can live without a yard. The Bedlington Terrier dogs puppies for sale need daily walks or will become bored and destructive. They are prone to hereditary kidney disease, PRA, thyroid problems and eye issues, such as cataracts and retinal disease.

Grooming requires specialized clipping every six weeks, so it is probably best to learn it yourself. The coat is thinned and clipped close to the head and body to accentuate the shape of the Bedlington Terrier. Shave the ears closely, leaving a tassel on the end of the ear. The leg hair is left slightly longer. Brushing the dog regularly is required and cleaning and plucking the ears. If you plan on showing your dog, higher levels of grooming are required. The Bedlington Terrier dogs for sale are good for allergy sufferers.

The Bedlington Terrier is a playful and loving dog. Affectionate with children and intelligent, they make excellent family dogs. Very fast runners, the Bedlington Terrier dogs puppies for sale must be taught to come when called, as you will never catch them.
They are fairly friendly with strangers. They will become willful and stubborn if you do not establish your alpha status with them. They usually get along with other dogs, but never allow them to be challenged by other dogs as they will not back down and can be a fearless fighter. They will not allow themselves to be dominated by another dog. Lively and energetic without exercise they will become an enthusiastic digger. They are also barkers and will need to be taught that enough is enough and to stop barking on the “no bark” command.

The Bedlington Terrier dogs puppies for sale will be a hit with the family and is easily managed if you establish the pack order with you at the top. Gentle and loving, they can be highly entertaining with their energy and intelligence.


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