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| Breed: | Bedlington Terrier |
| Country of Origin: | England |
| AKC Group: | Terrier |
| Function: | Hunting of rats and small game in lairs or on open ground |
| Life Span: | 10-12 years |
| Appearance: | Looks like a sheep |
| Color: | Blue, liver or sandy |
| Coat Type: | Curly |
| Grooming: | Requires specialized clipping every six weeks |
| Height: | 15-17 inches |
| Weight: | 18-23 pounds |
| Activity Level: | High |
| Watch Dog: | Yes |
| Protection: | No |
| Intelligence: | High |
| Trainability: | Medium-high |
| Good With Children: | Yes |
| Good With Pets: | Ok |
| Good With Strangers: | Ok |
| Character: | Loving |
| Home Environment: | Apartment ok if exercised |
| Best Owner: | Playful |
| Potential Problems: | |
| Behavior: | Barking |
| Physical: | A serious inherited liver problem known as Copper Storage Disease. They are also prone to hereditary kidney disease, PRA, thyroid problems and eye problems, such as cataracts and retinal disease. |
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