| Place of origin: | North of England / Scottish Borders |
| General function: | Vermin control |
| Availability: | Difficult |
| Average life span: | 12 to 14 years |
| Age of maturity: | 18 months |
| Height at withers: | 16 inches |
| Weight: | 18 to 23 lbs |
| Is the breed a natural guard? | Will give warning |
| Attitude to strangers: | Can be aloof |
| Does the coat mat? | Yes, if not groomed regularly |
| Does the coat need professional trimming? | Not necessarily, but regular trimming and care is required |
| Exercise: | Regular |
| Family dog? | Yes, enjoys company |
| With other dogs? | OK, but be careful |
| With cats? | Watch it |
| Town or country? | Either |
| Will they live in a kennel? | Yes, but prefers house |
| Does the breed suffer from the cold? | Hardy dog |
The Bedlington is very sensitive, treat him with dignity.