Bedlington Terrier

Careful breeding has resulted in a more companionable and affectionate personality in today's Bedlington Terriers. Playful and cheerful, the Bedlington Terrier is loving with children and fairly friendly with stranger. 

They are loyal, lively and headstrong. This breed needs to learn to like cats and other household animals when they are young. Usually they can get along with other dogs but keep them away from those that want to dominate, as once challenged they are terrifying fighters, despite their gentle appearance.

A little powerhouse, it is courageous and energetic, with the ability to run very fast. It is an enthusiastic digger. Bedlingtons like to bark and can be high-stung. Only let this breed off its lead in an enclosed area. Like the Whippet, he is fast and loves to chase!

The single most incredible thing about these dogs is how different their temperament is from their appearance. These dogs look weak, sheepish and odd. They are almost nerdish in appearance. But pound for pound they can be one of the most courageous dogs you will ever encounter.

These dogs do very well in some homes, however, it often happens that new owners are completely overwhelmed by this canine dynamo. If you have done your research, and you have taken the time to meet some of these dogs, the Bedlington can be a great pet. This said, it you are buying this breed because you like the way it looks, keep searching for other lamb-like breeds. The Bedlington is not a lamb at all.