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About the Bedlington Terrier History The Bedlington Terrier is unlike any of the other terrier breeds. It has a lamb like appearance and is considered to be an ancestor of the Dandie Dinmont, although it has probably been interbred with the Whippet in order to improve its sporting abilities. This dog is believed to have been in existence for approximately 200 years. It is a tall and graceful dog with a long neck and low set ears that have a fringe of white silky hair at the tip. The Bedlington Terrier as a pet The Bedlington is a friendly animal with a large amount of courage. It requires regular exercise and needs plenty of mental stimulation. It also makes a good watchdog. Height:  38-43cm   Weight:  8-10kg   Lifespan:  14-15 years   Colour:  liver, sandy or blue, with or without tan   Coat:  Thick coat with a tendency to twist     Click photo for product guide Lawrence Slicker Medium Tender Care The classic soft slicker brush. Light aluminium construction with cushioned pad. Made in England Sterling price: £4.00 Dollar price: $5.80     Grooming your Bedlington Terrier The coat requires regular attention and should be trimmed every six to eight weeks. The coat should be thoroughly combed out and made free from knots and mats. If the coat has been neglected for some time it may be necessary to work the coat a little at a time. A tassle is required at the tip of each ear. When trimming the dogs head, this should be blended in carefully with the arched neck. The coat on the body should be trimmed to about 1½cm in length. When trimming the tail start at the root and work carefully towards the tip, then clip the sides working in the same direction. Clipping should always be done with the growth of the hair, never against it. The forelegs should be scissored neatly, making sure not to cut off too much, as this needs to be blended in with the fringe on the bottom of the rib cage. With the hind legs comb out the hair thoroughly and commence trimming starting at the feet. Remove the hair between the pads, scissor up the leg following the contours and keeping the hair the same length as the body. The feet need to be trimmed neatly in the shape of the animals foot so that the scissoring actually follows the contour of the foot. Tools required: Electric clippers, 46 toothed thinning shears, Hindes pin brush or bristle brush, artery forceps, comb, scissors.

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