The Bedlington Terrier is named after the mining town of Bedlington, Northumberland in England.

The body shape of this terrier is very unusual, and somewhat resembles how a Greyhound or Whippet is configured. However, this shape allows this dog to gallop with great speed.

Although it looks like a meek, little lamb, this breed is very much a terrier, and is yet another fearless terrier bred to hunt weasel and fox, known to even fight to the death.

It is rumored that the Bedlington may have helped with the early development of the Kerry Blue Terrier.

Here’s a great article I found to help fill us in on this fascinating Terrier Breed.

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All About the Bedlington Terrier Dog Breed
By Sarah Freeland

The Bedlington Terrier, also called the Rodbury, the Rothbury, and the Northumberland Fox Terrier, is a British breed that was originally developed to be a fox and weasel hunter. This breed descends from a crossing of the

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The Border Terrier is a very fascinating little dog.

Weight:
It should weigh from 12-15 lbs.

Build:
This terrier’s head is broad in skull and short in fore-face, resembling the otter (one of his most hated foes).

The skin is very distinctive in that it is loose-fitting and extremely thick. The hide of a Border can be grasped and pulled away from his body without making the dog uncomfortable. This tough, but loose-fitting hide helps him in his work and protects him from bites and adversaries.

Different colours of the Border Terrier include blue and tan, grizzle and tan, or just red.

Personality:
The Border Terrier is fully able to take care of himself under any circumstance and are proven to be very tough. It is very earnest in expression, but at the same time a very loving and delightful dog.

Border Terriers are extremely good companions and love to perform. They are excellent for herding cattle and sheep.

The Border is exceptional when on certain hunts, such as for bear and wolf.

Often, when they hear certain music, they are known to like to sing.

Heritage:
The Border Terrier hails from the North of England, but you can find them in Cumberland, Northumberland and West Moreland as well. Most breeds commmon to the North of England are so closely related that it is difficult to say which descended from which…

…The Border Terrier may well be the product of the Dandie Dinmont and the Bedlington Terrier, yet it might have been the ancestor of one of these breeds.

It appears that the breed was known at the end of the 17th Century as a sporting dog. It has been known by it’s present name for over 1 Century.

For some more interesting information that is more in-depth, check out this suggestion:

Pet Owner’s Guide to the Border Terrier

Cherish Your Terrier,

Kimberly Edwards

P.S. Let me know if you want to hear about another specific type of Terrier…I love your feedback!

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