The Manchester Terrier
The Manchester Terrier; A small, black, short-coated dog with
distinctive rich mahogany markings and a taper style tail. The
Manchester Terrier In North America is one breed divided into two (2)
variety groups; Terrier Group and Toy Group. Manchester
Terriers are perfect for any size accommodations - from apartments to
acreages. They are alert and courageous, making them great watchdogs.
Because their exercise and grooming needs are minimal, this breed is a
good choice for elderly or disabled dog lovers. They are great family
dogs as well, gentle, loyal, playful and obedient. Given their prowess
and history as ratters, this breed is not a good choice for those with
rats, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs or other small animals as pets.
Manchester Terriers are perfect for any size accommodations - from
apartments to acreages.
They are alert and courageous, making them great
watchdogs. Because their exercise and grooming needs are minimal, this
breed is a good choice for elderly or disabled dog lovers. They are
great family dogs as well, gentle, loyal, playful and obedient. Given
their prowess and history as ratters, this breed is not a good choice
for those with rats, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs or other small
animals as pets.
The Toy Manchester Terrier is a bred-down version of the Standard (photo top). They were separate breeds until 1959, but now are considered two varieties of a single breed. Except for size (the toy is up to 12 pounds) and ear type (the ears of the Toy are naturally erect with no cropping), they share the same standard. Like its larger cousin, the Toy was bred to hunt and exterminate vermin. His compact size is well adapted to urban, suburban and rural living. Loyal and loving, the Manchester shows exceptional devotion to his master and can live as long as 20 years.
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