Bedlington Terrier dog history, characteristics of the breed, breed information, description, personality, teaching, common diseases and care.

Bedlington Terrier Dog

History

Bedlington Terrier is a rather old breed that actively developed in medieval England. However, they came from very different places, but from which - no one knows for sure. There is an assumption, and it is believed by most dog breeders, that these dogs traveled with the gypsies, so they got to England.

Gypsies used them to hunt small game, as well as poultry (yes, you did not hear, no matter how it sounded) - dogs were taught to carry chickens, geese, and turkeys from farms, past which passed the camp. Although the appearance of a dog tells us that it is an aristocrat performing purely decorative functions, in fact, it is not so. Rather, this appearance was given to him by man, and the dog itself has excellent instincts of the hunter and can be very useful than people used in the Middle Ages. Bedlington Terrier dog defiantly destroyed badgers and rats.

His talents in getting rid of rats, badgers,

and other parasites caught the attention of local squires who purchased some dogs. One of the squires served Lord Roth's bury, and after showing him a new dog, he became an ardent fan of the breed. He bought several more from the same wandering gypsies.

Lord Rothberg’s estate was located in Bedlington, which at that time belonged to the county of Northumberland. At first, the dogs were even called by the name of Lord - Roth bury, but then there was only the name of the area where these dogs were in high esteem. There are legends, or rumors, as you prefer, that the Lord valued his dogs much more than the peasants in their own villages.

The dog, to which the name Bedlington Terrier was used, was Piper Ainslie, owned by Joseph Ainslie from the same Bedlington. This piper dog went against the badger for the first time when he was only 8 months old, toothless and almost blind, he was still involved in hunting alongside young dogs, setting an example.

Other breeds also took part in the formation of modern Bedlington’s at different times. For example, in order to increase speed and agility, their interbreeding with Whippets. Also, the interbreeding was carried out with dandy din Mont terriers, Kerry blue terrier sand wheat terriers. Bedlington began to participate in exhibitions in the mid-19th century, and in 1877 the National Bedlington Terrier Club was established in England.

Characteristics of the breed

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Breed information

country	England
lifetime	12-14 years old
height	Males: 41-44 cm Bitches: 38-42 cm
weight	Males: 8-11 kg Suki: 8-11 kg
Longwool	Short
Color	blue, reddish-blue, sandy, reddish-brown
price	1000 - 2300 $

  

Description

Bedlington Terrier is a medium-sized dog with a lean but muscular physique. The limbs are of normal length, the tail is short, the chest is depending on the physics. The muzzle is a little elongated, the distinctive feature - curly hair strip from the head to the nose, ears hanging.

The colors can be blue, reddish-blue, sandy, reddish-brown. Puppies are born black or brown.

 

Personality

Bedlington Terrier a happy dog and they like to play with toys, they have an energy level above average and is not suitable for those who are not ready to provide proper walks, full active games, and physical activity. This is necessary for the pet to feel happy and satisfied. In addition, it is a very smart dog, which not only understands everything that happens around it and perfectly remembers the commands, but also draws its own conclusions.

This imposes certain rules in behavior and training, but more on that later. In regards to their family, the breed shows great love and devotion, it is really very affectionate and friendly dogs, able to become the best friend of everyone. Although sometimes they are characterized by refined selfishness - they like to be in the spotlight, show themselves from the funny side, and feel the views full of love and approval.

These terriers will gladly go with you on a hike, for a walk, feeling in the park or in the woods, like a fish in the water. But if you sit on your sofa, the dog will happily sit next to you. They are not recommended to leave alone for a long time, as Bedlington Terrier is very attached to his family and poorly tolerates long separation. In addition, they are generally very people-oriented, and if every day you go to work and there is no one at home, it is better to choose another breed of dog.

The breed is well suited as a watchdog, although, let's be honest, these dogs in this capacity now almost do not use, except at home. Moreover, the residents of Bedlington say that their terriers are very astute, have a wonderful ear, and instantly react to the intruder.

With other dogs get along well, especially if periodically meet or grow together, but possible same-sex aggression. By the way, despite their aristocratic appearance, these pets are able to get into a serious fight and not to retreat to the last (especially males will fight until they get a serious injury), so during the walks, you need to be alert.

Children are well received, can become great friends to them. Strangers, if it's your friends, guests, or just people on the street who do not show negativity, perceive with friendliness. The instincts of the Hunter in the Bedlington’s are quite strong because in the past they were bred and kept for this purpose. Therefore, they are more likely to hunt small animals or at least try to do so while walking. Now dogs are mostly of interest as companions and great friends for the whole family.

 

Teaching

Bedlington Terrier is well trained, but in working with him there are certain subtleties. Due to their high intelligence, these dogs perfectly assimilate commands, but they need to be encouraged and shown in every way that training is necessary for them. If the pet does not understand this, he will learn, but after reaching some inner traits he will lose interest.

If we were talking about a person, one could say that he sees the sense of improving himself for his own sake, not for helping others. But it is a dog, and therefore it is much easier to outsmart it. Sometimes, but not always, it is enough just to properly position yourself as a leader, as well as to make the life of the pet more diverse, using commands in everyday life.

Then he will understand that these commands are needed for him, in addition, for them he receives encouragement, and for non-compliance, on the contrary, is deprived of something valuable, for example - does not immediately get a toy or a yummy. Roughness and violence with The Bedlington Terriers are counterproductive and only harmful.

 

Care

The Bedlington Terrier breed has curly hair, which many cut in a certain way, although it is a matter of taste. In any case, you need to comb your pet a couple of times a week, as well as keep your ears and eyes clean. The claws are trimmed three times a month, bathe the dog at least once a week.

 

Common diseases

Bedlington Terrier - a breed with fairly strong health, but certain problems still occur:

• copper toxicities are a hereditary disease;
• dislocated hamstring;
• Distichiasis;
• renal curricular hypoplasia, which will cause the dog to develop kidney failure;
• retinal dysplasia is a malformation of the retina with which the dog is born.