Breed Standards for the Lakeland Terrier
General Appearance:
A rather small dog of short-backed, square proportion with a sturdy, workmanlike build
Head:
Head appears rectangular from all angels; Eyes moderately small and oval; Small, V-shaped ears, dropping forward with fold above skull level
Tail:
Set high, carried upright with a slight curve forward, docked to about same height as occiput
Color:
Solid (blue, black, liver, red or wheaten); or wheaten or golden tan with a saddle of blue, black, liver or grizzle
Size:
Weight: about 17 lb
Height:
male: 14.5”; female: 13.5”
Gait:
Smooth and ground covering, with good reach and drive
Coat:
Its double coat consists of a soft undercoat and a hard, wiry outer coat
Temperament:
Always busy investigating, playing, and if really gets its wish, hunting, running and chasing