What type of coat does a Patterdale Terrier have?
Generally, Patterdale Terriers have short hair, but it can vary in thickness and texture. There are three coat types: Smooth, Rough and Broken, but the undercoat is also dense. Smooth coats are short in length, stiff and slightly coarse, but look smooth and sleek.
Is a patterdale double coated?
You should be brushing your Patterdale Terrier at least once a week if they have a smooth coat. This should be done with a rubber mitt, or a slicker brush for shedding season, and helps to remove the loose undercoat from their thick double coat.
How long do Patterdale Terriers live?
10-12 years
A healthy Patterdale Terrier will weigh 5-6 kg, with a life expectancy of 10-12 years.
Are Patterdales loyal?
Now for the positives about these fiesty little terriers – they are extremely loving and loyal to their owners. A patterdale terrier will be well suited to an active couple or family where there are several members of the household to look after the dog.
What is the life expectancy of a Patterdale terrier?
A healthy Patterdale Terrier will weigh 5-6 kg, with a life expectancy of 10-12 years.
Do you strip a Patterdale Terrier?
Haircuts are not really necessary for patterdales, unless their hair grows long in between their toes, in which case you might want to trim it to stop them sliding across the laminate floor! A simple pair of dog grooming scissors will be perfect for that.
Can Patterdales live with other dogs?
They adore affirmation of their being a valued ‘good dog’. Please don’t take risks as they have no road sense and our roads and even our country lanes are responsible for killing many a Patterdale. They need intense socialisation to enable them to meet other dogs without intense emotion and excitement.
What does a broken coat Patterdale Terrier look like?
In the broken coat, the coat is intermediate with longer guard hairs than the smooth coat variety. Broken-coated Patterdale Terriers sometimes have face furnishings that form a sort of beard, eyebrows and mustache. The acceptable colors for this breed include black, liver, red, black-and-tan and bronze.
Where do Patterdale Terriers originate from?
The Patterdale Terrier or the Black Fell Terrier, is an English dog breed. This means the dogs originated in England, along with other terriers including the Airedale Terrier, Lucas Terrier, and the Smooth Fox Terrier.
Are there any health problems with a Patterdale Terrier?
The Patterdale Terrier is generally a healthy breed, though it may be prone to certain health problems including conjunctivitis, cataracts and cuts or scrapes related to hunting injuries.
Can a Patterdale Terrier be kenneled with other dogs?
The Patterdale can be kenneled with two or three other terriers, as long as he has enough work and hunting to keep him exercised and content. If bored and unexercised, he may pick fights with kennel mates. This small-game hunter is a working dog and needs a lot of exercise.