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Bedlington is a town and former civil parish in Northumberland, England, with a population of 18,470 measured at the 2011 Census. Bedlington is an ancient market town, with a rich history of industry and innovative residents.
Some early “bedlingtons” had short legs and these became known as the Dandie Dinmont terrier whereas the longer legged ones eventually were named the Bedlington Terrier. Both, however, had similar roots and the long-legged terriers proved best at catching rabbits, rats, marten, badger, fox, polecat and since they were water dogs, they could ...
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Bedlington, town, unitary authority and historic county of Northumberland, England. It is adjacent to the North Sea port of Blyth. The town’s population grew rapidly with the expansion of coal mining north of the River Blyth in the 19th century. Ironworks flourished until the 1860s.
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Apr 18, 2023 · Standing between fifteen and seventeen and a half inches at the shoulder, the Bedlington is the perfect size for an active family in any setting. They generally weigh around twenty pounds. While the most noticeable feature of the Bedlington is his unique coat, he also has unusual body characteristics for a terrier.
Is the Bedlington Terrier the right breed for you? Learn more about the Bedlington Terrier including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.
Apr 6, 2013 · The Bedlington’s name comes from the mining town in which the breed originated in Northumberland County, England. The breed was originally known as the Rothbury terrier, named after Lord Rothbury, an enthusiast of the breed. The earliest known Bedlington was begotten by a dog named Coates Phoebe, owned by Joseph Ainsley in 1820.
