How tall is a Bedlington Terrier?

An adult Bedlington Terrier stands about 16 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Bedlington Terrier considered a medium dog?

Yes — at 16" / 20 lb, the Bedlington Terrier falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #150 tallest.

How does a Bedlington Terrier compare to a person?

At 16" tall, a Bedlington Terrier stands about 25% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Bedlington Terrier Size Compared to a Person

A Bedlington Terrier stands 16″ at the shoulder and weighs about 20 lb — that puts it at 25% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #150 by shoulder height and falls into the medium-breed size class (Medium breeds, 16–22").

Bedlington Terrier next to a person at scale — 16-inch shoulder height, 20 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Bedlington Terrier at 16″ / 20 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Bedlington Terrier compares

	Bedlington Terrier	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	16″	64″	-48″
Weight	20 lb	135 lb	-115 lb

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About the Bedlington Terrier

The Bedlington Terrier is one of the most distinctive-looking dog breeds, with a lamb-like appearance that belies a true terrier's heart. Named after the mining town of Bedlington in Northumberland, England, this breed was developed in the early 19th century by miners and gypsies who needed a versatile dog for hunting vermin, rabbits, and even badgers. Also known as the Rothbury Terrier, the Bedlington was prized in the English countryside for its speed, tenacity, and courage underground.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Medium size class with shoulder height closest to the Bedlington Terrier.

Boston Spaniel — 16″ / 25 lb (same height)
Manchester Terrier — 16″ / 17 lb (same height)
Shiba Inu — 16″ / 23 lb (same height)
Tibetan Terrier — 16″ / 24 lb (same height)
Toy Manchester Terrier — 16″ / 17 lb (same height)
American Water Spaniel — 17″ / 38 lb (+1″ vs Bedlington Terrier)
Basenji — 17″ / 24 lb (+1″ vs Bedlington Terrier)
Boykin Spaniel — 17″ / 35 lb (+1″ vs Bedlington Terrier)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Bedlington Terrier?: An adult Bedlington Terrier stands about 16 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Bedlington Terrier considered a medium dog?: Yes — at 16" / 20 lb, the Bedlington Terrier falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #150 tallest.
How does a Bedlington Terrier compare to a person?: At 16" tall, a Bedlington Terrier stands about 25% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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