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| Country of Origin | England | |||
| Type of coat | hard, dense, non-shedding, wiry | |||
| Grooming | regular brushing, hand-stripping, clipping, ear cleaning, nail trimming | |||
| Average height | 22-23 inches | |||
| Average weight | 50-60 pounds | |||
| Activity level | very high | |||
| Watchdog | yes, very territorial | |||
| Protection | no | |||
| Intelligence | low average | |||
| Trainability | difficult to train, do not use harsh methods | |||
| Compatibility with children | no young children, older children ok if experienced in handling dog | |||
| Character | reserved, suspicious | |||
| Ideal home environment | fenced yard, daily exercise, good jogging partner | |||
| Ideal owner | physically active, strong, confident patient leader who demands discipline and precision | |||
| Suggestions: | early training in obedience, early socialization with other dogs and people | |||
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