Sporting Lucas Terrier

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Summary

  • The Sporting Lucas Terrier is a versatile working dog developed in England known for its intelligence, playfulness, and moderate exercise needs. They are generally healthy and make good family pets when properly socialized.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in the 20th century in England
  • Intended to be a versatile working terrier for both hunting and companionship.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female10-12 inches12-16 pounds
Male10-12 inches12-16 pounds

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Primarily white with patches of tan, black, or badger
Type
  • Double
Length
  • Medium

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate
Grooming
  • Regular brushing
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Proportional to the body
Skull
  • Moderately broad
Ears
  • V-shaped, dropping forward
Eyes
  • Dark
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Strong
Teeth
  • Scissor bite
Neck
  • Muscular
Forequarters
  • Straight
Fore Legs
  • Straight
Hindquarters
  • Muscular
Hind Legs
  • Straight
Feet
  • Compact
Tail
  • Set high, carried upright
Gait
  • Agile, free moving

Temperament

  • Intelligent
  • Alert
  • Courageous
  • Determined
  • Playful

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Yes
Good with Children
  • Yes, when properly socialized
Good with Dogs
  • Yes, if socialized well
Good with Cats
  • Potentially, if introduced properly
Openness to Strangers
  • Reserved
Playfulness Level
  • High
Protective Nature
  • Moderate
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Hunting small game
  • Companion

Exercise Needs

  • Moderate

Health

  • Generally healthy
  • Some may be prone to certain terrier related issues

Additional Notes

  • Originally developed in the 1900s to be a better version of Lucas Terrier
  • May have strong prey drive

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