Are Bedlington Terriers easy to train?

Bedlington Terriers are moderately easy to train, ranking 47th out of 138 breeds in intelligence according to canine psychologist Stanley Coren. This places them in the "above average" working intelligence category, meaning they understand new commands in 15-25 repetitions and obey a first command 50% of the time or more. While intelligent, their terrier independence means they aren't as effortlessly compliant as some top breeds. For a deeper dive into their unique intelligence and training tips, explore our full article.