The Sporting Lucas Terrier is a more active and energetic working version of the Lucas Terrier, bred for greater stamina and hunting ability. While the Lucas Terrier is generally more suited as a companion dog with a calmer temperament, the Sporting Lucas Terrier retains stronger working traits, being lively, outgoing, and playful.
Sporting Lucas Terriers are friendly, affectionate, playful, and energetic dogs. They are intelligent and eager to learn but can be stubborn and independent, requiring consistent training. They have a strong prey drive but usually get along well with children and other pets when properly socialized. They are moderately vocal, mostly barking to alert, but are not excessively noisy.
Although the exact lifespan of the Sporting Lucas Terrier is not explicitly documented, they are similar in size and genetics to other terrier breeds, which typically live around 12 to 15 years.
Patterdale Terriers are energetic, intelligent, and affectionate but tend to be more intense and strong-willed than some other terrier breeds. They can be good family dogs in active households with experienced owners who can meet their exercise and mental stimulation needs, but may not be suitable for families seeking a calm or sociable pet.