The Lakeland Terrier

ISBN: 1846890012

Author: Frain, SeA

Condition: Used

About the AuthorSeán Frain has been keeping, working, and breeding terriers for thirty-five years and is the author of over twenty books, including the best-selling The Patterdale Terrier (978-1-904057-57-4). He lives close to the Cumbrian border, where Patterdale terriers have been bred and worked for decades, and has carefully researched the bloodlines of working breeds of terrier and those who have bred them.Product DescriptionA fascinating introduction to the breed The history and development of the Lakeland terrier The breed's strengths and weaknessesFrom its beginnings hunting predators of livestock in the British countryside, the Lakeland terrier developed in the Lake District of England. The author argues that although it is now a distinct show variety, the dog should retain its traditional working skills. Notable dogs and breeders, such as the legendary Bill Irving, are discussed.