A good tempered and affectionate graceful, lithe and muscular dog with a mild and gentle expression when in repose, the lamb-like appearance belies the courage and fighting spirit of this breed and its jealous nature will see it fight to the death should it feel its place in the owner's affections is being usurped by another dog, and for this reason it is not recommended that it be kept in a home with another dog of the same sex.

The coat of the Bedlington Terrier is very distinctive - thick and linty, standing away from the skin with a tendency to twist. The Bedlington is a non-shedding breed which makes him worthy of consideration by those owners with an allergy to dog hair. As with the Poodle, his coat does need trimming to keep him comfortable and the cost of professional grooming should be taken into consideration.

The desirable height for a Bedlington Terrier is approximately 41 cm at the shoulder, with a desirable weight between 8.25 kg - 10.4 kg.