Lakeside Terrier, originally known as Patterdale Terrier, was developed by mating Bedlington Terrier with Old English Wire-haired Terrier in the lakeside region of northern England. There were originally many branches of this breed, but they were unified in 1912.
This dog has a very similar overall appearance to the Welsh Terrier, although it is slightly smaller. Its body is deep and narrow, allowing it to easily enter stone caves and complete its work. It has long enough legs to adapt to various rugged terrains.
Among all terrier breeds, Lakeside Terrier has the most varied coat colors, including black and tan, blue and tan, red, wheaten, red mixed color, liver, blue, or black.
This dog has a beautiful appearance, full of confidence, very friendly towards humans, and is highly alert, always ready to go. Its most typical characteristics are bravery and optimism, always looking proud and confident, although it also has a quiet side.
Lakeside Terrier originated in the lakeside region of northern England in the 18th century. As a long-standing working terrier, it is still highly regarded by people today.
There is a rumor about this dog that in 1871, a Lakeside Terrier crawled more than 7 meters under the rocks to track an otter, but ended up being trapped. To rescue it, extensive excavation was required. After 3 days of digging and rescue, it was finally found and saved. It is said that even if this breed is trapped underground for 10-12 days, it can still survive, which is impossible for any other breed.
Before the establishment of dog clubs or official records, Lakeside Terriers were already bred and domesticated by humans, working for them. They have extremely strong working ability. The name "Lakeside" is actually a modern term, in the past it was called Patterdale Terrier.
It attracted great attention when the Kersurck Terrier Club was established in 1912. In the years before the outbreak of World War I, this club did a lot of preparation. However, all activities were interrupted due to the outbreak of the war. It wasn't until 1921 that people remembered Lakeside Terriers again. That year, the owners of Lakeside Terriers gathered in Whitehaven, Cumberland. According to Thomas Nosking, who was present at the meeting (and later moved to the United States), the name "Lakeside Terrier" was unanimously decided during that meeting, and the judging criteria for Lakeside Terriers were also established. Soon after, the breed was registered in the pedigree of dog breeds in the UK. It wasn't until 1934 that Lakeside Terrier was formally included in the AKC's pedigree. Lakeside Terriers won championships in exhibitions in 1967 and 1968.
Lakeside Terrier has a gentle and lovely personality, bold and confident, likes to be close to humans, and has an attractive quiet character. It is a breed that is very suitable for family keeping.
However, due to the high activity level of this dog and its long hair, it is relatively difficult to take care of, so it still requires an owner with more spare time to take care of it.
1. Heart disease
Dogs are more likely to develop heart disease due to obesity and old age. When a dog has heart disease, it will mainly show symptoms such as easy physical fatigue and difficulty breathing. Heart disease in dogs is difficult to detect, and often the owner realizes it when the dog is already seriously ill.
2. Infectious diseases
Canine distemper and canine parvovirus are common and highly fatal infectious diseases in dogs. Dogs that have not been vaccinated in a timely manner are vulnerable to these two infectious diseases, and once infected, they may show symptoms such as listlessness, decreased appetite, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.
3. Kidney disease
When it comes to common diseases and symptoms in dogs, kidney disease cannot be ignored. The terrifying thing about canine kidney disease is that it often develops unnoticed, and when the owner notices it, the dog's renal cells have been damaged by more than 75%. When a dog's kidneys have problems, the typical symptoms are blood in the urine, abnormal urine color, and changes in urination habits.
4. Parasites
Intestinal parasites such as roundworms and hookworms, as well as heartworms, are common parasites that infect dogs. When a dog is infected with gastrointestinal parasites, the main symptoms include emaciation, listlessness, loose stools, passage of worms in the feces, and pale gums. Heartworms are parasites that reside in a dog's heart, and after a dog is infected, it may show symptoms such as decreased vitality, coughing, anemia, wheezing, and ascites.
5. Canine pneumonia
Pneumonia is also a common disease in dogs, but dog pneumonia is mostly a complication of other diseases. It often occurs in dogs with abnormalities in the upper respiratory system, bacterial infections, canine distemper infections, viral colds, impaired lung function, and heartworm infections. Coughing, nasal discharge, and elevated body temperature are the main symptoms of dog pneumonia.
Lakeside Terrier has no hereditary diseases and is relatively easy to feed. Just make sure to include meat in their daily diet. For younger dogs, about 180 grams is sufficient, while larger dogs usually require 200-250 grams, divided into two meals a day. Also, remember to provide fresh water.
Lakeside Terriers are quite active, so it's important to allow them to freely exercise within the yard or take them for walks on a leash in the street or park. This helps to burn excess calories, promote digestion, and maintain a healthy appetite. However, this breed can be bold and may provoke other dogs, so it's necessary to supervise them during outdoor activities or expose them to other dogs from a young age to cultivate their sociability.
The long coat of this breed requires regular grooming. It's best to brush it every day to keep the fur clean, smooth, and presentable, preventing tangles and messiness.
1. Do not bathe frequently
Bathing a dog should not be done too frequently. The frequency of bathing should depend on the dog's hygiene condition. In hot weather, you can bathe the dog one or two more times, but in winter, you can reduce it by one or two times. However, in general, it should not exceed five times. Otherwise, it will damage its hair and skin!
2. Brush regularly
Dogs shed almost every day, especially in spring and autumn. If you want their hair to grow well, regularly brushing is an important step. Pet owners can use a special brush for pets to help the dog clean naturally shed hair and prevent tangling. Brushing once in the morning and once in the evening for about five minutes each time is enough.
3. Sunbathe
Sunbathing is beneficial to the growth of a dog's hair. Besides making the hair more shiny, allowing dogs to sunbathe can also help kill bacteria. At the same time, owners can let their dogs exercise a little while soaking up the sun. This can help improve the dog's physical fitness, promote blood circulation, and grow healthier hair.
4. Deworming
Poor hair quality is closely related to parasites. Parasites absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body, depriving them of nutrition, so deworming is essential. It is recommended to do both internal and external deworming. Also, deworming medications can cause significant harm to the dog's digestive system, so it is advisable to feed them with probiotics to relieve gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Pay attention to diet
To have beautiful hair, dogs must have a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to their daily diet. On one hand, feed the dog with nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a dog food that is suitable and nutritious to meet the dog's needs. On the other hand, you can also feed the dog with a moderate amount of lean meat, cooked egg yolks, and vegetable oil, etc.
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