Description:

Country of Origin: England. Size: Height: 10 to 13 inches; Weight: 11-13 pounds (5-6 kg) Coat: Is dense and coarse. May appear smooth or broken. Colors include Black and tan, chocolate, red, or plain black. Character: The Patterdale Terrier is playful and outgoing, smart and likes to keep busy. Temperament: If properly socialized, this breed is good with children and other animals. Care: Occasional grooming with a brush and comb is required. Training: Because the Patterdale is a Terrier, consistency and a firm approach to training is necessary. Activity: This very energetic breed will need more than two short walks a day to keep it happy. It needs to run and play, preferably in wide-open spaces.