Common Diseases and Disorders
The most significant disorder affecting the Bedlington terrier is a genetic disease "Copper Storage hepatopathy" that results in accumulation of copper in the liver. Breeders are diligently testing and trying to reduce the incidence of this disease in future generations.
Other diseases that have been reported are:
Entropion is a problem with the eyelid that causes inward rolling. Lashes on the edge of the eyelid irritate the surface of the eyeball and may lead to more serious problems.
Distichiasis is a condition in which there is growth of extra eyelashes from the glands of the upper or lower eyelid.
Cataracts cause the lens of the eye to loose transparency and can result in blindness.
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Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is a disease that causes nerve cells at the back of the eye to degenerate. The condition usually begins in older pets and can lead to blindness.
Life Span
The life span of the Bedlington terrier is 13 to 15 years.
We realize that each dog is unique and may display other characteristics. This profile provides generally accepted breed information only.
