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| Breed: Lakeland Terrier | Group (AKC): Terrier |  |
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| Country of Origin | England |
| Type of coat | Thick, hard and sheds water. |
| Grooming | Pluck or strip his double coat to maintain strong color and proper texture. A coat which is properly textured will shed dirt. Regular weekly grooming should consist of brushing at least three times. Bathe only when necessary otherwise his coat will become too dry. |
| Average height | 13 - 15 inches |
| Average weight | 15 - 17 lbs. |
| Activity level | Very High |
| Watchdog | Very High |
| Protection | Low |
| Intelligence | High, Obedience - Low, Problem Solving - Medium |
| Trainability | Needs to be trained and socialized early in life. An intelligent dog he will learn quickly. |
| Compatibility with children | Yes |
| Character | Brave, hardy |
| Ideal home environment | Urban or country he will fit well into any home situation. An apartment is adequate if given daily exercise. |
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