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Hvis du er ute etter en leken og søt liten rase hund, ser ikke lenger enn Biewer Terrier. Også kjent som Biewer à la Pom Pon, Biewer Yorkie eller Biewer Yorkshire, ble disse hundene avlet fra Yorkshire terrier så de deler mange av de samme elskelige egenskapene til denne populære rasen. Biewer Terriers gjøre stor følgesvenn kjæledyr, og de vanligvis kommer godt overens med barn og andre kjæledyr.

De Opprinnelses av Biewer Terrier rasen ligger innenfor historien om Yorkshire Terrier. Yorkshire terrier er vanligvis brunfarge med en blå sal, men en particolor (flekkete) variasjon begynte å bli populære på 1980-tallet. I 1984 ble en flekkete Yorkshire Terrier valp avlet fra to Yorkshire terrier bærer et recessivt gen for flekkete farge. Denne valpen ble kåret Schneefloeckchen von Friedheck og han er anerkjent som den første Biewer Terrier.

Gertrud og Werner Biewer, oppdrettere som er ansvarlige for denne hunden, så en unik skjønnhet i de flekkete terrier valp og startet en selektiv avl prosess for å produsere mer som ham. I 1989 ble rasen offisielt anerkjent som den Biewer Yorkie av Allgemeiner Club der Hundefreunde Deutschland. I dag er denne rasen kjent som Biewer Terrier og den har sitt eget sett av standarder som er atskilt fra Yorkshire Terrier, fastsatt av Biewer Terrier Club of America (BTCA). Den Biewer Terrier kom til USA i 2003, og det er i dag en del av AKC Foundation Stock Service.

Den Biewer Terrier ble avlet fra Yorkshire Terrier, oppnås ved avl to Yorkshire terrier bærer recessive genet for piebald farge.

Som en liten rase hund, krever Biewer Terrier en høy kvalitet kommersielle hundemat diett som er formulert for små raser. Small-rasen hund formler er spesielt designet for å møte høy energibehovet til små, aktive hunder som Biewer Terrier.

Den Biewer Terrier er en smart liten hund som vanligvis svarer godt til en fast og konsekvent hånd i dressur. Som mange leketøy raser, er den Biewer Terrier utsatt for å utvikle liten hund syndrom hvis ikke riktig trent. Biewer terrier kan være noe vanskelig å housebreak og de kan være litt overbeskyttende til tider. Så lenge du starter dressur tidlig og være konsekvent, bør du ikke ha noen problemer med dressur din Biewer Terrier.

Den Biewer Terrier står opp til 8,5 inches høy og veier mellom 4 og 8 lbs. ved forfall.

For det meste, er det Biewer Terrier en veldig enkel hund å komme sammen med – de pleier ikke å bjeffe, og de er en omgjengelig rase. Biewer terrier er vennlig og leken, ivrig etter å tilbringe tid med familie og gode rundt barna. Som mange leketøy raser, har denne hunden en stor personlighet som ikke synes å passe inn i sin lille ramme – de også elsker oppmerksomhet og liker å være stjernen i showet. Selv om Biewer Terrier kan se liten, det har en stor personlighet og er raske til å stå opp for seg mot større raser. Denne rasen gjør en god følgesvenn kjæledyr for enslige og familier.

Gitt det faktum at Biewer Terrier ble avlet fra Yorkshire Terrier, de har samme slags helseproblemer. Noen av de vanligste genetiske lidelser sett i denne rasen inkluderer patellar luksasjon, Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrom, Porto shunt, blærestein, og tracheal kollaps. Andre forhold disse hundene kan utvikle inkluderer distichiasis og hypoglykemi.

Den gjennomsnittlige levealder av Biewer Terrier er mellom 12 og 15 år.

Den Biewer Terrier er en naturlig aktiv rase som krever regelmessig daglig mosjon å arbeide av sin overskuddsenergi. Hvis en daglig spasertur ikke er mulig, vil noen aktiv spilletid vanligvis oppfylle denne hundens behov for mosjon. Uten nok trening for en eller annen form, men er denne rasen sannsynlighet for å utvikle atferdsproblemer som graving og tygge.

Den Biewer Terrier er i dag en del av theAKC Foundation Stock tjeneste – det har ennå ikke blitt anerkjent som en rase atskilt fra Yorkshire Terrier.

Den Biewer Terrier er lik i utseende til Yorkshire Terrier bortsett fra sin farge. Disse hundene har lange, flytende strøk rett, silkeaktig hår. Den Biewer Terrier pels er skinnende og glatt. I motsetning til Yorkshire terrier som viser tan farge med en blå sal, har Biewer Terrier en flekkete farge. Disse hundene er vanligvis utviser hvit eller blåaktig-hvitt brutt farge på kroppen med hvitt hår på brystet, bena og magen. Ansiktet er typisk black and tan med symmetrisk fargelegging.

Gjennomsnittlig kullstørrelse for Biewer Terrier er mellom to og fem valper. Som er sant for de fleste hunder, anbefales det at du starter sosialisering og dressur så tidlig som mulig med denne rasen. Dressur er avgjørende for å hindre utvikling av liten hund syndrom og tidlig sosial vil bidra til å forhindre denne rasen fra å bli aggressiv mot andre hunder.

Bedlington Terrier

Wait a minute. is that a dog or a lamb? Fear not, these graceful terriers in sheep's clothing are all dog. Bedlingtons are lithe, energetic Englishmen standing 15 to 17.5 inches. The distinctive coat, arched back, velvety tasseled ears, and fleecy, slender head are identifying features of this one-of-a-kind breed. As the curvy contours indicate, there’s sighthound—Whippet, most likely—in their family tree. Bedlingtons roused to pursuit can gallop like the wind.

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  • Personality: Rollicking, charming, and full of fun; a loyal member of the family
  • Energy Level: Very Active; Bedlingtons combine terrier energy with the sprinting ability of small coursing hounds
  • Good with Children: Better with Supervision
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Infrequent, Hypoallergenic
  • Grooming: Weekly
  • Trainability: Responds Well
  • Height: 16.0-17.5 inches (male), 15-16.5 inches (female)
  • Weight: 17-23 pounds
  • Life Expectancy: 11-16 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary

meet theBedlington Terrier

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According to some accounts, the breed was used by gypsies and poachers to catch game on the land of the gentry.

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Breed History

The Bedlington Terrier was officially recognized by the AKC.

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General Appearance

A graceful, lithe, well-balanced dog with no sign of coarseness, weakness or shelliness. In repose, the dog's expression is mild and gentle, not shy or nervous. Aroused, the dog is particularly alert and full of immense energy and courage. Noteworthy for endurance, Bedlingtons also gallop at great speed, as their body outline clearly shows.

Narrow, but deep and rounded. Shorter in skull and longer in jaw. Covered with a profuse topknot which is lighter than the color of the body, highest at the crown, and tapering gradually to just back of the nose. There must be no stop and the unbroken line from crown to nose end reveals a slender head without cheekiness or snipiness. Lips are black in the blue and blue and tans and brown in all other solid and bi-colors. Eyes - Almond-shaped, small, bright and well sunk with no tendency to tear or water. Set is oblique and fairly high on the head. Blues have dark eyes; blues and tans, less dark with amber lights; sandies, sandies and tans, light hazel; livers, livers and tans, slightly darker. Eye rims are black in the blue and blue and tans, and brown in all other solid and bi-colors.

Muscular and markedly flexible. Chest deep. Flat-ribbed and deep through the brisket, which reaches to the elbows. Back has a good natural arch over the loin, creating a definite tuck-up of the underline. Body slightly greater in length than height. Well-muscled quarters are also fine and graceful.

Set low, scimitar-shaped, thick at the root and tapering to a point which reaches the hock. Not carried over the back or tight to the underbody.

Legs and Feet

Lithe and muscular. The hind legs are longer than the forelegs, which are straight and wider apart at the chest than at the feet. Slight bend to pasterns which are long and sloping without weakness. Stifles well angulated. Hocks strong and well let down, turning neither in nor out. Long hare feet with thick, well-closed-up, smooth pads. Dewclaws should be removed.

A very distinctive mixture of hard and soft hair standing well out from the skin. Crisp to the touch but not wiry, having a tendency to curl, especially on the head and face. When in show trim must not exceed 1 inch on body; hair on legs is slightly longer.

Bedlington TerrierCare

Good nutrition for Bedlington Terriers is very important from puppyhood to their senior years.

The coat requires trimming by an experienced groomer to keep it in proper form.

Very Active; Bedlingtons combine terrier energy with the sprinting ability of small coursing hounds.

Bedlington Terriers are generally a healthy breed.

Parson Russell Terrier

Parson Russell Terriers ​are playful, affectionate, fun-loving companions. They are also high-energy terriers with powerful hunting instincts. An ideal day for a pet Parson Russell Terrier would include a long walk in the woods, where he could explore every hole and sniff every tree trunk. They’re not the first breed we’d recommend for life in a city apartment, but we have heard success stories about urban Parson Russell Terriers—but it does take time, commitment, and imagination to make it work.

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  • Personality: Bold, friendly, athletic, and clever
  • Energy Level: Very Active; These are energetic, alert terriers who require plenty of exercise and attention
  • Good with Children: Better with Supervision
  • Good with other Dogs: Yes
  • Shedding: Seasonal
  • Grooming: Occasional
  • Trainability: Responds Well
  • Height: 14 inches (male), 13 inches (female)
  • Weight: 13-17 pounds
  • Life Expectancy: 13-15 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary

meet theParson Russell Terrier

Did you know?

Arthur Heinemann, who founded the Parson Jack Russell Terrier Club in 1914, drafted the first Jack Russell breed standard in 1904.

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Breed History

The Parson Russell Terrier was officially recognized by the AKC.

Learn more about the Parson Russell Terrier breed standard.

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  • Friendly
Bold, friendly, athletic, and clever.

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General Appearance

To function as a working terrier, he must possess certain characteristics: a ready attitude, alert and confident; balance in height and length; medium in size and bone, suggesting strength and endurance. Important to breed type is a natural appearance: harsh, weatherproof coat with a compact construction and clean silhouette. The coat is broken or smooth. He has a small, flexible chest to enable him to pursue his quarry underground and sufficient length of leg to follow the hounds.

Head is strong and in good proportion to the rest of the body, so the appearance of balance is maintained. Expression - Keen, direct, full of life and intelligence. Eyes -Almond shaped, dark in color, moderate in size, not protruding. Dark rims are desirable, however where the coat surrounding the eye is white, the eye rim may be pink. Ears -Small "V"- shaped drop ears of moderate thickness carried forward close to the head with the tip so as to cover the orifice and pointing toward the eye. Fold is level with the top of the skull or slightly above. When alert, ear tips do not extend below the corner of the eye.

Neck, Body, Topline

Neck - Clean and muscular, moderately arched, of fair length, gradually widening so as to blend well into the shoulders. Topline - Strong, straight, and level in motion, the loin of moderate length. Body - In overall length to height proportion, the dog appears approximately square and balanced. The back is neither short nor long. The back gives no appearance of slackness but is laterally flexible, so that he may turn around in an earth. Tuck-up is moderate. Chest: Narrow and of moderate depth, giving an athletic rather than heavily-chested appearance; must be flexible and compressible. The ribs are fairly well sprung, oval rather than round, not extending past the level of the elbow.

Forequarters

Shoulders - Long and sloping, well laid back, cleanly cut at the withers. Point of shoulder sits in a plane behind the point of the prosternum. The shoulder blade and upper arm are of approximately the same length; forelegs are placed well under the dog. Elbows hang perpendicular to the body, working free of the sides. Legs are strong and straight with good bone. Joints turn neither in nor out. Pasterns firm and nearly straight. Feet - Round, cat-like, very compact, the pads thick and tough, the toes moderately arched pointing forward, turned neither in nor out. Fault - Hare feet.

Hindquarters

Strong and muscular, smoothly molded, with good angulation and bend of stifle. Hocks near the ground, parallel, and driving in action. Feet as in front.

Smooth and Broken: Whether smooth or broken, a double coat of good sheen, naturally harsh, close and dense, straight with no suggestion of kink. There is a clear outline with only a hint of eyebrows and beard if natural to the coat. No sculptured furnishings. The terrier is shown in his natural appearance not excessively groomed. Sculpturing is to be severely penalized. Faults - Soft, silky, woolly, or curly topcoat. Lacking undercoat. Excessive grooming and sculpturing.

Docked so the tip is approximately level to the skull. Set on not too high, but so that a level topline, with a very slight arch over the loin, is maintained. Carried gaily when in motion, but when baiting or at rest may be held level but not below the horizontal. Faults - Chest not spannable or shallow; barrel ribs. Tail set low or carried low to or over the back, i.e. squirrel tail.

Parson Russell TerrierCare

Good nutrition for Parson Russell Terriers is very important from puppyhood to his senior years.

The Parson is a clean breed and does not need frequent bathing, but the broken coat may need to be hand stripped.

Very Active; These are energetic, alert terriers who require plenty of exercise and attention.

Parson Russell Terriers are generally a healthy breed.

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Hvis du er ute etter en leken og søt liten rase hund, ser ikke lenger enn Biewer Terrier. Også kjent som Biewer à la Pom Pon, Biewer Yorkie eller Biewer Yorkshire, ble disse hundene avlet fra Yorkshire terrier så de deler mange av de samme elskelige egenskapene til denne populære rasen. Biewer Terriers gjøre stor følgesvenn kjæledyr, og de vanligvis kommer godt overens med barn og andre kjæledyr.

De Opprinnelses av Biewer Terrier rasen ligger innenfor historien om Yorkshire Terrier. Yorkshire terrier er vanligvis brunfarge med en blå sal, men en particolor (flekkete) variasjon begynte å bli populære på 1980-tallet. I 1984 ble en flekkete Yorkshire Terrier valp avlet fra to Yorkshire terrier bærer et recessivt gen for flekkete farge. Denne valpen ble kåret Schneefloeckchen von Friedheck og han er anerkjent som den første Biewer Terrier.

Gertrud og Werner Biewer, oppdrettere som er ansvarlige for denne hunden, så en unik skjønnhet i de flekkete terrier valp og startet en selektiv avl prosess for å produsere mer som ham. I 1989 ble rasen offisielt anerkjent som den Biewer Yorkie av Allgemeiner Club der Hundefreunde Deutschland. I dag er denne rasen kjent som Biewer Terrier og den har sitt eget sett av standarder som er atskilt fra Yorkshire Terrier, fastsatt av Biewer Terrier Club of America (BTCA). Den Biewer Terrier kom til USA i 2003, og det er i dag en del av AKC Foundation Stock Service.

Den Biewer Terrier ble avlet fra Yorkshire Terrier, oppnås ved avl to Yorkshire terrier bærer recessive genet for piebald farge.

Som en liten rase hund, krever Biewer Terrier en høy kvalitet kommersielle hundemat diett som er formulert for små raser. Small-rasen hund formler er spesielt designet for å møte høy energibehovet til små, aktive hunder som Biewer Terrier.

Den Biewer Terrier er en smart liten hund som vanligvis svarer godt til en fast og konsekvent hånd i dressur. Som mange leketøy raser, er den Biewer Terrier utsatt for å utvikle liten hund syndrom hvis ikke riktig trent. Biewer terrier kan være noe vanskelig å housebreak og de kan være litt overbeskyttende til tider. Så lenge du starter dressur tidlig og være konsekvent, bør du ikke ha noen problemer med dressur din Biewer Terrier.

Den Biewer Terrier står opp til 8,5 inches høy og veier mellom 4 og 8 lbs. ved forfall.

For det meste, er det Biewer Terrier en veldig enkel hund å komme sammen med – de pleier ikke å bjeffe, og de er en omgjengelig rase. Biewer terrier er vennlig og leken, ivrig etter å tilbringe tid med familie og gode rundt barna. Som mange leketøy raser, har denne hunden en stor personlighet som ikke synes å passe inn i sin lille ramme – de også elsker oppmerksomhet og liker å være stjernen i showet. Selv om Biewer Terrier kan se liten, det har en stor personlighet og er raske til å stå opp for seg mot større raser. Denne rasen gjør en god følgesvenn kjæledyr for enslige og familier.

Gitt det faktum at Biewer Terrier ble avlet fra Yorkshire Terrier, de har samme slags helseproblemer. Noen av de vanligste genetiske lidelser sett i denne rasen inkluderer patellar luksasjon, Legg-Calvé-Perthes syndrom, Porto shunt, blærestein, og tracheal kollaps. Andre forhold disse hundene kan utvikle inkluderer distichiasis og hypoglykemi.

Den gjennomsnittlige levealder av Biewer Terrier er mellom 12 og 15 år.

Den Biewer Terrier er en naturlig aktiv rase som krever regelmessig daglig mosjon å arbeide av sin overskuddsenergi. Hvis en daglig spasertur ikke er mulig, vil noen aktiv spilletid vanligvis oppfylle denne hundens behov for mosjon. Uten nok trening for en eller annen form, men er denne rasen sannsynlighet for å utvikle atferdsproblemer som graving og tygge.

Den Biewer Terrier er i dag en del av theAKC Foundation Stock tjeneste – det har ennå ikke blitt anerkjent som en rase atskilt fra Yorkshire Terrier.

Den Biewer Terrier er lik i utseende til Yorkshire Terrier bortsett fra sin farge. Disse hundene har lange, flytende strøk rett, silkeaktig hår. Den Biewer Terrier pels er skinnende og glatt. I motsetning til Yorkshire terrier som viser tan farge med en blå sal, har Biewer Terrier en flekkete farge. Disse hundene er vanligvis utviser hvit eller blåaktig-hvitt brutt farge på kroppen med hvitt hår på brystet, bena og magen. Ansiktet er typisk black and tan med symmetrisk fargelegging.

Gjennomsnittlig kullstørrelse for Biewer Terrier er mellom to og fem valper. Som er sant for de fleste hunder, anbefales det at du starter sosialisering og dressur så tidlig som mulig med denne rasen. Dressur er avgjørende for å hindre utvikling av liten hund syndrom og tidlig sosial vil bidra til å forhindre denne rasen fra å bli aggressiv mot andre hunder.

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Cairn Terrier

Du ble sannsynligvis introdusert til Cairn Terrier gjennom The Wizard of Oz – Jepp, Toto var en Cairn Terrier. Livlig og aktiv, er Cairn Terrier en hardfør, energisk stor hund som bor i en liten hundens kropp. Du vil snart oppdage at dette intelligent hund aldri savner noe skjer rundt den og dens kort hale synes aldri å stoppe logrende.

Ivrig etter å behage og overraskende følsom, gjør Cairn Terrier en utmerket hus kjæledyr som stor med barn og liker å leke med andre hunder. Et par av sine favoritt tidsfordriv inkluderer jakt, utforske, graving, og jage små ting. Les videre for å lære mer om denne fantastiske rasen.

På 1500-tallet, Cairn Terrier jaktet i det skotske høylandet. Navnet “Cairn” kommer fra de steiner folk pleide å markere graver og skotske gården grenser. Skadedyr ville gjemme seg under stein hauger og Cairn Terrier ville jakte disse små gnagere for bøndene. I sin nåværende form, er den Cairn Terrier nå en kjær følgesvenn hund som utmerker seg på agility, se dogging, konkurranse lydighet, Earthdog prøvelser, jakt og andre konkurranseidrett.

Den eldste av terrier raser, ble Cairn Terrier utgangspunktet gruppert i Skye Terrier klasse med de skotske og West Highland Hvit Terrier. Starter på begynnelsen av 1900-tallet, ble de tre rasene avlet separat.

Cairn Terrier ble anerkjent av AKC i 1913.

Cairn Terrier krever en liten mengde mat av høy kvalitet for å opprettholde en sunn vekt, noe som gjør rasen en billig en å mate. Pass på å ikke overfeed og slå din Cairn Terrier til en utstoppet pølse. Velge en naturlig hundemat med menneskelige karakteren kjøtt som base, snarere enn et korn, og det bør ikke ha lagt syntetiske konserveringsmidler eller smakstilsetninger.

Cairn terrier er kjent for å være sta og egenrådig, så trene og sosialisere hunden i ung alder. Bruk dressur metoder som er positive, utfordrende og full, så Cairn Terrier svarer godt til denne type dressur.

Cairn Terrier ikke svarer godt til repetitive dressur metoder. Denne rasen trenger endringer i rutinemessige og begrenset repetisjoner for å unngå å bli lei og ikke-kompatible. For å sikre at du blir sett på som leder av husholdningen, ta hunden til lydighet eller valpekurs – begge er gode måter for hunden å lære grunnleggende dressur og mestre kommandoer mestret, samt å integrere sosialisering.

Posses er et problem at du trenger å forholde seg til, som Cairn terrier vil tendere til å knipse og beskytte sin mat og leker. Tidlig på, lære hunden å gi avkall på mat, bein og leker – dette vil hindre negativ atferd nedover veien. Cairns kan vise seg å være barkers, så sørg for å lære hunden din til å slutte å bjeffe på kommando.

Mann Cairn Terrier veie 14 til 18 pounds, mens hunnene veier 13 til 17 pounds.

Bare noen få karakteristikker av Cairn Terrier er lojale, dristig, elskelig, lystig liten hund som er vennlig, men også selvstendig. Hunden din kan tro det er en stor hund, og få inn noen vanskelig situasjon når den prøver å bite av mer enn den kan tygge. Fet og uredd, Cairns er leken, nysgjerrig, fantastisk med barn, og lett trent.

Etter at hunden har blitt skikkelig sosialisert, vil det komme overens med andre hunder og kjæledyr. Cairns liker å kjøre off for jakten, og vil grave opp en storm.

En utmerket vakthund, gjør Cairn Terrier en dårlig vakthund, som det ønsker å bli venn med de fleste fremmede. Selv om det er uavhengig, er dette viet hunden lykkeligste i huset sammen med sin familie, spille spill, følge dem rundt, eller kos.

Ikke la Cairn Terrier alene for lenge, da det vil ensom, lei, ulykkelig, og utvikle destruktive vaner. Hold Cairn fysisk og mentalt utfordret og stimulert til å unngå irriterende atferd. Alltid på utkikk kjærlighet og oppmerksomhet, Cairn Terrier liker å utføre triks, så bruk dette faktum til å holde dem okkupert. Cairn terrier elsker å tilbringe tid ute og går på turer for å nyte nye lukter, severdigheter, lyder og steder.

For det meste, Cairn terrier er en lyd, sunn hunderase, men kan lide av visse helsemessige forhold. Disse inkluderer vektøkning og fedme fra fôring, hudproblemer (lopper og hud allergier kan føre til overdreven skrape, slikker, og utslett), patellar Luxation (kneleddet eller kneskålen glir inn og ut av sted forårsaker smerte) og glaukom og arvelig øyesykdommer.

Cairn terrier har en forventet levealder på 12 til 15 år.

Cairn Terrier gjøre det bra i by, land eller forstads innstillinger så lenge det kan ta del i tilstrekkelig trening. Selv om Cairn er aktive innendørs, vil det fortsatt ønsker å komme utenfor. En inngjerdet tun er ideell for hunden å leke med familiemedlemmer, kjøre, hente, og få mosjon. Daglige turer eller kjører oppfordres også.

The American Kennel Club sier dette om rasen: “Best kjent som” Toto “fra Trollmannen fra Oz, er Cairn Terrier en liten, hardfør arbeider terrier. opprinnelseally avlet for å hjelpe skotske bønder i ridding sine egenskaper av skadedyr, Cairns i dag bruker sin fasthet til å utmerke seg i lydighet, agility, terrier og sporing studier. ”

Cairn Terrier sport en raggete ser dobbel pels – dens ytre strøk er stri og dens underpels er myk. Sin rett, middels lang pels kommer i flere farger, inkludert grå, sand, svart, brindle, og rødt.

Du må gi Cairn Terrier en grundig børsting og kjemming hver dagene ved hjelp av en pin børste eller stiv børste. Du må børste både det ytre og indre strøk for å hindre matting, noe som øker sjansen for sår, utslett og infeksjoner.

Denne lille valpen er en søt bunt av glede. Lær barna å leke forsiktig, og sørg for å presentere din Cairn Terrier til andre hunder og dyr så snart som mulig.

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Med en lang, flyter og luksuriøse pels, folk har en tendens til å undervurdere feistiness av Skye Terrier. Opprinnelseally avlet for å oppsøke og drepe skadedyr; denne kjekke fyren har ikke mistet ham instinkt for å jage ned ting. I disse dager er det vanligvis et nabolag katt eller barn. Av denne grunn er et inngjerdet tun best for Skye Terrier. Dette jage instinkt er ikke alltid ille som du kan være trygg på at verftet vil være fri fra kaniner og ekorn som kan invadere hagen din.

Skye terrier er fornøyd med å bo i leiligheter, hytter, boliger eller eiendommer. De er relativt late hunder og ikke krever mye mosjon. De krever en komfortabel sofa, masse oppmerksomhet og en eier som tror at verden dreier seg om hans Skye Terrier. Hvis du vil vite mer om Skye Terrier, gjerne fortsette å lese.

Opprinnelseating på Isle of Skye i Skottland, Storbritannia, har Skye Terrier rasen har eksistert siden før det 16. århundre. Som med de fleste terriere, ble han avlet for å jakte. The Skye Terrier forte var jakt grevling, oter og rev samt utrydde skadedyr i og rundt hjemmet. I dag er de glade for å slappe av på sin eiers fang og la skadedyr for exterminators.

Ingen vet egentlig hva som avler eller stiler av hundene ble brukt til å utvikle det unike, Skye Terrier. Vi vet at det har vært populært i århundrer i Storbritannia, Europa og Amerika. Norsk royalty forelsket i denne rasen i det 16. århundre, og i år; Skye Terrier var en konstant bosatt i palasser og eiendommer. Vanlige mennesker elsket denne hunden like godt. I 1842, Queen Victoria kjøpte sin første Skye Terrier og raskt begynte sin egen avl i den kongelige kennel.

Skye terrier er ikke aktive hunder slik at de ikke trenger å konsumere mye kalorier. Dette blir sagt, de trenger fortsatt en høy kvalitet diett formulert for hunder som er mindre aktive. Det er best å mate tørr mat, da dette kan bidra til å redusere potensialet for orale helseproblemer.

Selv om en ganske lyse hund, er Skye Terrier ikke den enkleste hunden i verden til å trene. Alle dressur økter må gjøres om til morsomme arrangementer. Spent ros og spesielle delikatesser bør brukes konsekvent under øktene. Prøv aldri å manuelt sette Skye i riktig posisjon, for eksempel sitte eller ned. Denne type fremgangsmåte vil føre til at hunden til å growl eller ryke. Forsiktig oppmuntring er den eneste dressur metode som fungerer for denne rasen.

Den Skye Terrier veier mellom 35 og 45 pounds og står mellom 9 og 10 inches høy ved manken.

Skye terrier er avslappet og myk i huset. De er ganske fornøyd med å slappe av på sofaen eller på fanget av sine eiere. Denne rasen rett og slett ikke forstår hvor mye de veier! Skyes absolutt digger oppmerksomhet; de bare ikke er fornøyd med mindre de er hele sentrum av oppmerksomheten. Han kan labb på benet, bark i ansiktet eller dra putene utenfor sofaen for å få deg til å ta hensyn til ham. Når ignorert, kan Skye Terrier være direkte ødeleggende ved å tygge på møbler, rive ned gardinene eller urinering og avføring på gulvet. Skyes trenger mye oppmerksomhet og liker ikke å bli forlatt alene.

Et stort problem med Skye terrier er at de elsker å jage. De vil jage alt og alle. Dette kan være problematisk, så er det viktig at de bare få lov til å spille i en forsvarlig inngjerdet tun. Denne rasen kan være aggressive med andre dyr, inkludert hunder betydelig større enn seg selv. Tidlig sosialisering og et våkent øye er nødvendig når andre dyr er rundt.

En ganske sunn rase, har Skye Terrier noen helsemessige predisposisjoner som eiere bør være oppmerksom. Fordi dette er en achondroplastic hund, noe som betyr at kroppen er lang og bena er korte, er han utsatt for ortopediske problemer. Begrense hopping og overdreven trening under valpestadiet kan bidra til å redusere forekomsten av problemer. Skye terrier er også utsatt for helseproblemer som glaukom, ektopiske urinlederne, renal dysplasi, foramen magnum dysplasi, kronisk hepatitt og Skye Limp.

Skye terrier generelt leve for å være mellom 12 og 14 år.

Ikke en energisk fyr, ikke Skye Terrier trenger ikke så mye trening som mange andre terrier raser. Han vil bli perfekt passform og fornøyd med en rask tempo tur rundt kvartalet hver dag. Et spill for henting på tunet vil også gi Skye Terrier med nok trening for å holde ham frisk.

Skye terrier er ikke fans av jogging, turgåing eller annen aktivitet som krever atletiske evner. Dette er aktiviteter som han ikke er ment å gjøre. Han vil være mer hjemme hos en familie som foretrekker å se på TV hjemme.

The American Kennel Club heter det: “The Skye Terrier er en elegant hund og intenst lojal mot dem han kjenner og elsker. Selv om en sjelden rase, alle som har mulighet til å dele åren og hjem med en Skye er virkelig heldig. Får sjansen, og med kjærlig instruksjon, Skyes delta i lydighet, agility, sporing, og Pet Therapy, samt fungere som sofa følgesvenner. “The Skye Terrier ble først anerkjent av AKC i 1887.

Den Skye Terrier dual pels er utrolig luksuriøs å ta på. Underullen er myk og den ytre strøk er ganske lang. Skiltes direkte i midten fra topp til krysset, renner pelsen rett ned på sidene. Denne rasen idrett både skjegg og et forkle. Den lange pelsen skal dekke øynene imidlertid; gjennomsnittlig kjæledyr eieren har vanligvis denne pelsen trakk opp med en bue eller barrette. Pelsen farger kan være krem, fawn, sølv, grå, blå eller svart. Svarte punkter på ørene, snute og hale er akseptabelt innenfor denne rasen.

Den Skye pels skal være grundig børstet minst en eller to ganger hver uke. Fordi pelsen er lang, kan det fort bli matt. Hyppig børsting vil bidra til å fjerne floker og snarls som utvikler seg til matter. Før børsting Skye Terrier, bør pelsen være dugger med en sprayflaske med rent vann. Dette vil hindre at pelsen fra å bryte og bli skadet. Bading bør gjøres annenhver uke. Oftere hvis hunden blir skitten.

Tidlig sosialisering med dyr og mennesker er viktig for Skye Terrier. Dette vil hjelpe ham å se at det kan være morsomt å sosialisere og leke med andre. Puppy barnehage klasser er bra som de oppretter en base for alle fremtidige dressur økter.

German Hunting Terrier

German Hunting Terrier (Deutscher Jagdterrier) has become a popular breed thanks to his loyalty, determination and desire to hunt. There is probably no dog that is so versatile when it comes to help in the hunt. Although young breed of dogs, German Hunting Terrier is succeeded to standardize by strict selection to the extent that now,. On shows, shades decide between which one jagdterrier is better or more beautiful.

The breed was created and the standard is registered in Germany, the main idea when choosing a dog is it to create a good assistant to the hunt, on earth and underground. Name terrier becomes from the Latin word terra, meaning ground. All today's terriers trace their origins from dogs that were used for hunting wild animals underground. And within German Hunting Terrier this feature remained unchanged to this day, and thanks to the selection so it will remain.

Bedlington Terrier

Wait a minute. is that a dog or a lamb? Fear not, these graceful terriers in sheep's clothing are all dog. Bedlingtons are lithe, energetic Englishmen standing 15 to 17.5 inches. The distinctive coat, arched back, velvety tasseled ears, and fleecy, slender head are identifying features of this one-of-a-kind breed. As the curvy contours indicate, there’s sighthound—Whippet, most likely—in their family tree. Bedlingtons roused to pursuit can gallop like the wind.

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  • Personality: Rollicking, charming, and full of fun; a loyal member of the family
  • Energy Level: Very Active; Bedlingtons combine terrier energy with the sprinting ability of small coursing hounds
  • Good with Children: Better with Supervision
  • Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
  • Shedding: Infrequent, Hypoallergenic
  • Grooming: Weekly
  • Trainability: Responds Well
  • Height: 16.0-17.5 inches (male), 15-16.5 inches (female)
  • Weight: 17-23 pounds
  • Life Expectancy: 11-16 years
  • Barking Level: Barks When Necessary

meet theBedlington Terrier

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According to some accounts, the breed was used by gypsies and poachers to catch game on the land of the gentry.

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Breed History

The Bedlington Terrier was officially recognized by the AKC.

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General Appearance

A graceful, lithe, well-balanced dog with no sign of coarseness, weakness or shelliness. In repose, the dog's expression is mild and gentle, not shy or nervous. Aroused, the dog is particularly alert and full of immense energy and courage. Noteworthy for endurance, Bedlingtons also gallop at great speed, as their body outline clearly shows.

Narrow, but deep and rounded. Shorter in skull and longer in jaw. Covered with a profuse topknot which is lighter than the color of the body, highest at the crown, and tapering gradually to just back of the nose. There must be no stop and the unbroken line from crown to nose end reveals a slender head without cheekiness or snipiness. Lips are black in the blue and blue and tans and brown in all other solid and bi-colors. Eyes - Almond-shaped, small, bright and well sunk with no tendency to tear or water. Set is oblique and fairly high on the head. Blues have dark eyes; blues and tans, less dark with amber lights; sandies, sandies and tans, light hazel; livers, livers and tans, slightly darker. Eye rims are black in the blue and blue and tans, and brown in all other solid and bi-colors.

Muscular and markedly flexible. Chest deep. Flat-ribbed and deep through the brisket, which reaches to the elbows. Back has a good natural arch over the loin, creating a definite tuck-up of the underline. Body slightly greater in length than height. Well-muscled quarters are also fine and graceful.

Set low, scimitar-shaped, thick at the root and tapering to a point which reaches the hock. Not carried over the back or tight to the underbody.

Legs and Feet

Lithe and muscular. The hind legs are longer than the forelegs, which are straight and wider apart at the chest than at the feet. Slight bend to pasterns which are long and sloping without weakness. Stifles well angulated. Hocks strong and well let down, turning neither in nor out. Long hare feet with thick, well-closed-up, smooth pads. Dewclaws should be removed.

A very distinctive mixture of hard and soft hair standing well out from the skin. Crisp to the touch but not wiry, having a tendency to curl, especially on the head and face. When in show trim must not exceed 1 inch on body; hair on legs is slightly longer.

Bedlington TerrierCare

Good nutrition for Bedlington Terriers is very important from puppyhood to their senior years.

The coat requires trimming by an experienced groomer to keep it in proper form.

Very Active; Bedlingtons combine terrier energy with the sprinting ability of small coursing hounds.

Bedlington Terriers are generally a healthy breed.

Hund terrier

The German Jagdterrier (Pronounced "Yack-terrier") was developed over eighty years ago in Germany by crossing the original old English Fox Terrier and the Black and Tan Hunting Terrier. These crossings, with years of selective and intensive breeding, have produced the modern German Jagdterrier, a dog bred and used exclusively for hunting.

DO NOT BE FOOLED BY SALESMAN BREEDERS AND THOSE THAT SAY THEY HAVE THE BEST All of our jagdterriers are european dogs or pups raised from dogs bred and brought over from Europe BUT NOT EVERYDAY IMPORTS. DOGS WITH WORKING CHAMPION AFTER WORKING CHAMPION IN EACH GENERATION. We have some of the best available in North America without a doubt. All of our dogs have many many working titles in their backgrounds with many being sons and daughters of fox, badger, boar champions and even dogs with versatile work titles in blood work and retrieving from land and water. We are attempting to produce the best available in north america through our buying of the best available in Europe. The dogs in the lineage of our dogs are European legends not just everyday jagdterriers. NOT ONLY ARE WE IMPORTING DOGS WORKING ALL GAME AS WELL AS WINNING TRIAL AFTER TRIAL. WE OURSELVES HAVE BEEN THERE, TRAINED, HUNTED, AND COMPETED. WE HAVE BEEN TO FOUR EUROPEAN NATIONS AND VISITED MULTIPLE KENNELS AND CARRIED OUR OWN TRAINED PUP BACK OVER TO COMPETE AND HUNT..

Our jagdterriers see a variety of game as they should. They are used for ground/stump hole dogs for coons and opossums, as well as in brush piles/old home sites for foxes, coons, and the occasional bobcat, bay dogs for black bear and wild boar, and tracking dogs. They have a natural retrieving desire, and a love for water. They are hunted extensively througout the year. They are exclusively for hunting and are too much for anyone looking at a pet.

We start our pups very early in life as we do with our drahthaars. They are on live game of some variety by the time they are 5 months old. We hunt a wide variety of game so we don't discriminate in the field. If a dog finds a coon in a stump we kill it and move on to hog hunting etc. We hunt for the local farmers and landowners here year round, so we handle a wide variety of depredation/extermination issues. My dogs HUNT. no matter the terrain, temperatures, or game we're after. Remember these are versatile dogs meant for a variety of game and tasks.

Do not be fooled by salesman breeders with what all they say on the internet about what the breed can do and what their dogs can do. The breed is not meant to be a tree dog for coons and squirrels nor solely a bloodtracking dog as well. Can they do both with the right training and the right terrain, game etc. yes but the breed is not meant to be nor do they excel as tree dogs by scent or as dogs bred with extreme desire and drive are very high energy with bloodtracking being a concentration task that takes lots of obedience and time which most hunting dogs in america do not get. The breed if hunted and worked regularly can do such tasks as bloodtrack but should not be considered for this one task alone and western hunters looking at 175lb mountain lions visible to any ol' dog is not the same for eastern US squirrel hunters trying to find one 60 feet up a tree.

Bedlington Terrier

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  • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Height: 15 to 16 inches at the shoulder
  • Weight: 17 to 23 pounds
  • Life Span: 14 to 16 years

The Bedlington Terrier is an active and cheerful companion. More relaxed and with less need for exercise than other terriers, he's still a curious, affectionate terrier who takes his status as watchdog rather seriously.

Breed Characteristics

  1. Adaptability

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Bedlington Terrier puppies are born black or brown. As they mature, the coat lightens to blue, sandy, liver, blue and tan, sandy and tan, or liver and tan. The tan markings are found over the eyes, inside the ears, under the tail, and in traces on the inside of the legs.

Beneath his gentle, lamblike appearance, the Bedlington Terrier has the heart of a lion -- especially when it comes to small creatures. He is one of the more unusual terrier breeds, with his crisp and curly coat and somewhat relaxed — for a terrier — nature. Any opportunity to chase prey such as rats or squirrels brings out his inner and assertive earthdog nature, though. The Bedlington’s moderate size of 17 to 23 pounds makes him suited to most homes, including apartments and condos.

The Bedlington Terrier is a curious, affectionate companion dog who loves nothing better than to spend time with his people. His moderate activity level calls for a long daily walk or active playtime in a safe, traffic-free area. Once that need is satisfied, he will be happy to lie by your side or follow you around as you do your daily activities.

He’s an excellent watchdog but will greet your guests joyously. The Bedlington has a sense of humor and enjoys being the center of attention. As a bonus, he’ll rid your home and yard of any mice, rats or other rodents that may have taken up residence.

The Bedlington excels at all kinds of organized and informal canine activities, including Earthdog tests. He loves to hike and can be an excellent agility, flyball, obedience and rally dog. Train him with firmness, fairness and consistency, plus lots of positive reinforcement in the form of praise, play and food rewards. Any terrier can become a nuisance barker if left unchecked, so teach your Bedlington when it’s okay to exercise his vocal cords and when he should be quiet.

Bedlington Terriers are active and cheerful playmates for kids, and if they are raised with them they can usually get along with indoor cats. Outdoor cats should beware, however. Confine the Bedlington to your yard with a solid fence. An underground electronic fence will not deter him if he sees something he wants to chase.

The Bedlington coat sheds little but must be combed weekly to prevent or remove mats and tangles. Take him to a groomer every couple of months to maintain his lamblike look, or learn to trim the coat yourself. Your Bedlington’s breeder can show you how. Other than that, keep his ears clean, his nails trimmed and his teeth brushed.

A people-loving dog like the Bedlington Terrier needs to live in the house. It’s an unhappy Bedlington Terrier who is relegated to the backyard with little or no human companionship.

Other Quick Facts

  • The Bedlington has a very different look than other terriers, with his unusual coat, roached back, arched loin, hare feet and distinctive, springy gait. The tail, shaped like a scimitar, tapers to a point.
  • The Bedlington has a narrow head covered with a topknot that is lighter than the body color, dark, small, almond-shaped eyes, triangular ears with rounded tips and a thin, velvety texture, and a mild, gentle expression, belying the fact that he is a terrier at heart.
  • In addition to backing off animals as wily as foxes and badgers, the Bedlington Terrier is an excellent water dog.
  • Bedlington Terriers often live for upwards of 17 years.
  • Borrowing form the dog's simultaneous pluck and likability, non-league UK soccer club the Bedlington Terriers have recently brought the breed's name to prominence in Hollywood.

The History of the Bedlington Terrier

England’s north country is home to many terrier breeds, and the Bedlington is one of them. His ancestry is unknown, but he may be related to the Dandie Dinmont, Kerry Blue and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers. His lithe body, arched back, and speed may indicate some Whippet ancestry. The first dog known to be called a Bedlington Terrier, Ainsley’s Piper, was whelped in 1825 and was famous for his hunting ability, which was formidable well into old age.

He may have begun life as a poacher’s dog, using his speed, endurance and talent for a quick kill to fill the poacher’s belly and “relieve” landowners of some of their game. Landowners recognized the dogs’ talents and began acquiring them for their own purposes: ridding their property of rats, badger and other vermin. One of those landowners was Lord Rothbury, whose estate was in Bedlington in Northumberland. He became so associated with the dogs that they became known as Rothbury Terriers, or Rothbury’s Lamb. Local coal miners also appreciated the dogs for their ratting abilities. For entertainment, they raced the Bedlingtons against each other and against Whippets. It wasn’t unusual for the Bedlington to come out ahead of the Whippet. The Victoria era was a fine time for dog portraiture, and the Bedlington appears in many artworks from that period.

The National Bedlington Terrier Club was formed in England in 1877. The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1886. Today the Bedlington ranks 140 th in AKC registrations.

Bedlington Terrier Temperament and Personality

You might say the Bedlington has a split personality — in a good way. He is quiet, unassuming and perceptive, happy to be a family dog, particularly a child’s companion. He is also a terrier: aggressive, spirited and ready for action. Mostly, he is mild-mannered, usually never overly shy, nervous or aggressive, but when aroused he displays the courage, endurance and energy characteristic of his terrier bloodlines. This versatile dog can be an enthusiastic playmate for kids or a peaceful friend for seniors.

The athletic Bedlington needs exercise, so plan on daily walks and playtime. He performs well in canine sports such as agility, rally and earthdog tests. His lithe body is built for speed, so expect him to run fast.

Start training your puppy the day you bring him home. Even at eight weeks old, he is capable of soaking up everything you can teach him. Don’t wait until he is 6 months old to begin training or you will have a more headstrong dog to deal with. If possible, get him into puppy kindergarten class by the time he is 10 to 12 weeks old, and socialize, socialize, socialize. However, be aware that many puppy training classes require certain vaccines (like kennel cough) to be up to date, and many veterinarians recommend limited exposure to other dogs and public places until puppy vaccines (including rabies, distemper and parvovirus) have been completed. In lieu of formal training, you can begin training your puppy at home and socializing him among family and friends until puppy vaccines are completed.

Talk to the breeder, describe exactly what you’re looking for in a dog, and ask for assistance in selecting a puppy. Breeders see the puppies daily and can make uncannily accurate recommendations once they know something about your lifestyle and personality. Whatever you want from an Bedlington Terrier, look for one whose parents have nice personalities and who has been well socialized from early puppyhood.

What You Need To Know About Bedlington Terrier Health

All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems, just as all people have the potential to inherit a particular disease. Run, don’t walk, from any breeder who does not offer a health guarantee on puppies, who tells you that the breed is 100 percent healthy and has no known problems, or who tells you that her puppies are isolated from the main part of the household for health reasons. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur in her lines.

Bedlington Terriers are generally healthy, but conditions that are seen in the breed include a liver disease called copper storage hepatopathy, eye problems such as retinal dysplasia, distichiasis, and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). At a minimum, ask breeders to show evidence that both of a puppy’s parents have been cleared of copper storage hepatopathy through a DNA test and have certification from the Canine Eye Registry Foundation that their eyes are healthy.

The Bedlington Terrier Club of America, which is the American Kennel Club parent organization for the breed in the United States, participates in the Canine Health Information Center Program. For a Bedlington to achieve CHIC certification, he must have patella (knee) clearances from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA), an OFA copper storage hepatopathy evaluation from VetGen, plus an eye clearance from the Canine Eye Registry Foundation. Breeders must agree to have all test results, positive or negative, published in the CHIC database. You can check CHIC’s website to see if a breeder’s dogs have these certifications.

Do not purchase a puppy from a breeder who cannot provide you with written documentation that the parents were cleared of health problems that affect the breed. Having the dogs "vet checked" is not a substitute for genetic health testing.

Remember that after you’ve taken a new puppy into your home, you have the power to protect him from one of the most common health problems: obesity. Keeping a Bedlington at an appropriate weight is one of the easiest ways to extend his life. Make the most of your preventive abilities to help ensure a healthier dog for life.

The Basics of Bedlington Terrier Grooming

The Bedlington coat is a mixture of hard and soft hair with a texture that is crisp but not wiry. It tends to curl, especially on the head and face.

The distinctive look of the Bedlington, with the Mohawk-type head style and shaved ears, doesn’t come naturally. It is achieved through regular grooming, including bathing, brushing and styling. The Bedlington’s coat must be trimmed every six to eight weeks to maintain its look. Brush it once or twice a week. Frequent bathing and heavy conditioners are not recommended because they will soften the coarse coat.

The Bedlington’s unique hairstyle may look simple, but it is not for beginners. It is best to take him to a professional groomer who is familiar with the breed unless you are extremely ambitious and skilled. If you want to learn how to create it, apprentice yourself to a Bedlington breeder or show dog handler. The Bedlington Terrier Club of America gives a detailed explanation on its website of how the dog should be groomed for the show ring.

The rest is basic care. Trim the nails as needed, usually once a month. Brush the teeth frequently for good overall health and fresh breath. Check the ears weekly for dirt, redness or a bad odor that can indicate an infection. If the ears look dirty, wipe them out with a cotton ball dampened with a gentle ear cleaner recommended by your veterinarian. Watery eyes and tear stains are not uncommon with the light-colored Bedlington. Wipe around the eyes with a soft, damp cloth to minimize staining. Introduce your Bedlington to grooming at an early age so he will become accustomed to it and accept it willingly.

Finding a Bedlington Terrier

Whether you want to go with a breeder or get your dog from a shelter or rescue, here are some things to keep in mind.

Choosing a Bedlington Terrier Breeder

Finding a good breeder is the key to finding the right puppy. A good breeder will match you with the right puppy, and will without question have done all the health certifications necessary to screen out health problems as much as possible. He or she is most interested in placing pups in the right homes than making big bucks. Be wary of breeders who only tell you the good things about the breed or who promote the dogs as being “good with kids” without any context as to what that means or how it comes about.

Good breeders will welcome your questions about temperament, health clearances and what the dogs are like to live with and come right back at you with questions of their own about what you’re looking for in a dog and what kind of life you can provide for him. A good breeder can tell you about the history of the breed, explain why one puppy is considered pet quality while another is not, and discuss what health problems affect the breed and the steps she takes take to avoid those problems. A breeder should want to be a resource for you throughout your dog’s life.

Look for more information about the Bedlington Terrier and start your search for a good breeder at the website of the Bedlington Terrier Club of America. Choose a breeder who has agreed to abide by the BTCA’s code of ethics, which prohibits the sale of puppies to or through pet stores and calls for the breeder to obtain recommended health clearances on dogs before breeding them.

Avoid breeders who only seem interested in how quickly they can unload a puppy on you and whether your credit card will go through. Breeders who offer puppies at one price “with papers” and at a lower price “without papers” are unethical. You should also bear in mind that buying a puppy from websites that offer to ship your dog to you immediately can be a risky venture, as it leaves you no recourse if what you get isn’t exactly what you expected. Put at least as much effort into researching your puppy as you would into choosing a new car or expensive appliance. It will save you money in the long run.

Lots of reputable breeders have websites, so how can you tell who’s good and who’s not? Red flags include puppies always being available, multiple litters on the premises, having your choice of any puppy, and the ability to pay online with a credit card. Those things are convenient, but they are almost never associated with reputable breeders.

Whether you’re planning to get your new best friend from a breeder, a pet store, or another source, don’t forget that old adage “let the buyer beware”. Disreputable breeders and facilities that deal with puppy mills can be hard to distinguish from reliable operations. There’s no 100% guaranteed way to make sure you’ll never purchase a sick puppy, but researching the breed (so you know what to expect), checking out the facility (to identify unhealthy conditions or sick animals), and asking the right questions can reduce the chances of heading into a disastrous situation. And don’t forget to ask your veterinarian, who can often refer you to a reputable breeder, breed rescue organization, or other reliable source for healthy puppies.

The cost of a Bedlington Terrier puppy varies depending on the breeder’s locale, whether the pup is male or female, what titles his parents have, and whether he is best suited for the show ring or a pet home. The puppy you buy should have been raised in a clean home environment, from parents with health clearances and conformation (show) and, ideally, working titles to prove that they are good specimens of the breed. Puppies should be temperament tested, vetted, dewormed, and socialized to give them a healthy, confident start in life.

Before you decide to buy a puppy, consider whether an adult Bedlington Terrier might better suit your needs and lifestyle. Puppies are loads of fun, but they require a lot of time and effort before they grow up to become the dog of your dreams. An adult may already have some training and will probably be less active, destructive and demanding than a puppy. With an adult, you know more about what you’re getting in terms of personality and health and you can find adults through breeders or shelters. If you are interested in acquiring an older dog through breeders, ask them about purchasing a retired show dog or if they know of an adult dog who needs a new home. If you want to adopt a dog, read the advice below on how to do that.

Adopting a Dog from Bedlington Terrier Rescue or a Shelter

There are many great options available if you want to adopt a dog from an animal shelter or breed rescue organization. Here is how to get started.

Sites like Petfinder.com and Adopt-a-Pet.com can have you searching for a Bedlington Terrier in your area in no time flat. The site allows you to be very specific in your requests (housetraining status, for example) or very general (all the Bedlington Terriers available on Petfinder across the country). AnimalShelter can help you find animal rescue groups in your area. Also some local newspapers have “pets looking for homes” sections you can review.

Social media is another great way to find a dog. Post on your Facebook page that you are looking for a specific breed so that your entire community can be your eyes and ears.

2. Reach Out to Local Experts

Start talking with all the pet pros in your area about your desire for a Bedlington Terrier. That includes vets, dog walkers, and groomers. When someone has to make the tough decision to give up a dog, that person will often ask her own trusted network for recommendations.

3. Talk to Breed Rescue

Networking can help you find a dog that may be the perfect companion for your family. Most people who love Bedlington Terriers love all Bedlington Terriers. That’s why breed clubs have rescue organizations devoted to taking care of homeless dogs. The Bedlington Terrier Club of America’s rescue network can help you find a dog that may be the perfect companion for your family. You can also search online for other Bedlington Terrier rescues in your area.

The great thing about breed rescue groups is that they tend to be very upfront about any health conditions the dogs may have and are a valuable resource for advice. They also often offer fostering opportunities so, with training, you could bring a Bedlington home with you to see what the experience is like.

4. Key Questions to Ask

You now know the things to discuss with a breeder, but there are also questions you should discuss with shelter or rescue group staff or volunteers before you bring home a dog. These include:

What is his energy level?

How is he around other animals?

How does he respond to shelter workers, visitors and children?

What is his personality like?

What is his age?

Is he housetrained?

Has he ever bitten or hurt anyone that they know of?

Are there any known health issues?

Wherever you acquire your Bedlington Terrier, make sure you have a good contract with the seller, shelter or rescue group that spells out responsibilities on both sides. Petfinder offers an Adopters Bill of Rights that helps you understand what you can consider normal and appropriate when you get a dog from a shelter. In states with “puppy lemon laws,” be sure you and the person you get the dog from both understand your rights and recourses.

Puppy or adult, take your Bedlington Terrier to your veterinarian soon after adoption. Your veterinarian will be able to spot problems, and will work with you to set up a preventive regimen that will help you avoid many health issues.

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