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CATALOG OF BREEDS | TERRIERS

Forelock falls
Dutch Smoushond forward, giving
a disheveled
appearance
HEIGHT 14–17in (35–42cm)
Darker drop
WEIGHT 20–22lb (9–10kg) ears covered
LIFE SPAN 12–15 years in shorter hair

This former coachman’s dog is strong enough to follow
a horse and carriage and is also an avid rat catcher. During Yellow
the 1970s this breed almost became extinct; it is still rare
but is now regaining popularity. This dog makes a good
watchdog, gets along well with children,
and will even accept the
family cat. It needs
plenty of exercise.

Unkempt, coarse,
wiry coat with
Thin, black- weatherproof
rimmed lips
Legs slightly less undercoat
hairy than body

Catlike feet
with black nails

Lakeland Terrier

Small, V-shaped,
button ears
HEIGHT 13–15in (33–37cm) Variety of colors carried alertly
WEIGHT 15–18lb (7–8kg)
LIFE SPAN 13–14 years

This determined, agile little terrier was bred to chase foxes over Tail carried
high but
hilly terrain and into their burrows, and it retains the tendency not curled
to chase anything that moves—regardless of size—and to Back strong and
moderately short
be aggressive with other dogs. With training, it makes
a fearless guard dog and an enthusiastic companion.

Broad, strong
Long thighs muzzle hidden
Grizzle by beard
and tan

Wheaten

Wiry coat

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