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Bedlington Terrier

Bedlington Terrier

Medium · Terrier · KC Recognised

Size

Height
38.1–44.5 cm
Weight
7.7–10.4 kg

Energy

Needs roughly 72 min a day. Rough estimate.

Family fit

Kids
Dogs
People

Lifespan

11.0–16.0 years

Running cost varies — see methodology.

Trait map

Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.

Energy
4/5
Trainability
3/5
Playfulness
3/5
Protectiveness
4/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
3/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
3/5
Compared against Tibetan Terrier

Care needs

Shedding
1/5
Grooming
3/5
Drooling
1/5
Coat length
1/5

About the Bedlington Terrier

Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.

Frequently asked

How big does a Bedlington Terrier get?
Adult Bedlington Terriers typically stand 38.1–44.5 cm at the shoulder and weigh 7.7–10.4 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Bedlington Terrier?
Bedlington Terriers usually live 11.0–16.0 years.
Is the Bedlington Terrier good with children?
Bedlington Terriers sit mid-scale for children (3/5). Socialisation and the individual dog matter more than the breed average.
How much exercise does a Bedlington Terrier need?
Bedlington Terriers are roughly a 4/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 72 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Bedlington Terrier KC recognised?
Yes — the Bedlington Terrier is recognised by The Kennel Club.

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