Lakeland terrier is a breed of dog that originated in the 1800’s in the Lake District of northern England. It was developed to hunt foxes and protect sheep. This small dog has a rectangular head with a bearded chin. It has a soft undercoat and a wiry outer coat. The coat is usually tan with a reddish-black saddlemark (marking on the back and sides). The coat also may be a solid tan. The lakeland terrier weighs from 15 to 17 pounds (7 to 8 kilograms). It is a popular pet and show dog.
