Close up of a Lakeland Terrier dog breed panting against a white background
Close up of a Lakeland Terrier dog breed panting against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Terrier

weight

15 to 18 pounds

height

13 to 19 inches

family

Terrier

Traits and Characteristics

type

Terrier

weight

15 to 18 pounds

height

13 to 19 inches

family

Terrier

A big personality in a small package, the Lakeland Terrier is named after the Lakes District in England. They were originally bred as farm dogs, working to protect sheep flocks from foxes. They have a hard and wiry coat that doesn’t shed very much. The coat can be in a variety of colors and they have distinctive V-shaped and folded ears. They are self-assured and bold little dogs that always have a glint in their eyes. 

  • Energy Levellevel 4 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 5 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 1 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 1 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 1 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 1 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 1 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 4 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5