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Manchester Terrier Puppies for Sale
Manchester Terrier
Toy Manchester Terrier
(English Toy
Terrier)
Male Toy Manchester Terrier, named Hamlet, at age 1 year 7
months
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Pronunciation |
Manchester
Terrier |
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Description |
There are two varieties of the Manchester Terrier:
Toy and Standard. Originally called the Black & Tan Terrier, the Manchester
Terrier is a small, compact, agile dog with a long tapering head. The ears are
v-shaped, and may be naturally folded over, pricked up, or cropped (in the toy
variety, the ears must be naturally erect). The small dark eyes are
almond-shaped. The nose is black. The teeth should form a scissors bite. The
back is slightly arched - showing the breed's Whippet heritage. The short, whip
tail tapers to a point. The coat colors are black & tan. |
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Temperament |
The Manchester Terrier is a high-spirited, very
intelligent, and cunning dog which is eager to learn. They display the true
terrier nature, are independent, and faithful. Extremely lively, sporty,
alert, keen and vigilant. Discerning and devoted, it is loyal and a good friend to its master. The
Manchester Terrier likes to please its handler and learns quite quickly. These
dogs can be outstanding in activities like agility skills and catch and also do
well in obedience trials. They
thrive on attention from their owners, and need leadership from their humans. Without enough exercise, mental stimulation, and or, if the dog is allowed to be pack leader to the humans, they can get upset when left alone. Becoming bored, hyper, destructive, and bark excessively when alone and ignored. Pack leaders are allowed to leave the followers, however, followers are not allowed to leave the pack leaders. They very much do enjoy being with their people, and should be taken for a pack walk before they are left for long periods of time to put them in an instinctual rest mode. The Manchester Terrier should be thoroughly socialized
when it is young, and be around humans who display leadership towards the dog, along with rules, boundaries and limitations for the dog to follow, to prevent potential aggression. He can be headstrong,
protective and snappish if not raised properly. This breed needs thorough, firm training. A lack of human leadership can also result in dog aggression. Manchester Terriers should not be trusted with
other small non-canine animals, as the hunting instinct in them is strong. They should be introduced to children as a young pup and children should be taught how to display leadership towards the dog. Well balanced Manchester Terriers who have owners which do not let them develop small dog syndrome, human induced behaviors, where the dog is believes he is pack leader to humans, will not display these negative behaviors. If given what they need as a canine animal, they are wonderful family companions. |
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Height, Weight |
Toy: Height 10-12 inches (25-30cm)
Toy: Weight 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5kg) In the United States and Canada the top
weight is 12 pounds (5kg).
Standard: Height 15-16 inches (39-40cm)
Standard: Average Weight - Dogs 18 pounds (8kg) Bitches
17 pounds (7.7kg) |
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Health Problems |
Some lines are prone to a blood problem called
glaucoma. Also some are prone to a bleeding disorder called Von Willebrand's
disease, but this is rare and wounds heal quickly. If left out in the sun for
long periods, heat bumps may appear along its back. |
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Living Conditions |
The Manchester Terrier is a good dog for apartment
living. They are very active indoors and will do okay without a yard. Manchester
Terriers prefer warm climates. |
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Exercise |
The Manchester Terrier demands plenty of exercise.
In addition to the normal daily walks, let it run and play off the leash
regularly. These dogs can run very fast and keep the speed up for a long time.
This dog greatly enjoys exercising by running alongside a bicycle, provided the
amount of exercise is built up gradually. Don't let this breed off the
leash except in a secure area unless it has been trained, as he likes to chase. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 15 or more years. |
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Grooming |
The short, shiny black & tan coat is easy to
care for, requiring almost no grooming. The Manchester Terrier is a good,
easy-care breed for elderly people. The Manchester Terrier is an average
shedder, while the Toy Manchester Terrier sheds little to no hair. Keep the ear
passages clean and the claws short. |
| Origin |
The Manchester Terrier, originally called the "Black and Tan", nickname is the "rat
terrier" since it was developed as a rat hunter in nineteenth century
Manchester, England by a man named John Hulme. The Manchester was considered to
be the best vermin hunting breed of the day. A Manchester Terrier named Billy
supposedly killed 100 rats in only 6 minutes, 13 seconds in a British contest!
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Manchester Terrier was the result of crosses between the Black & Tan Terrier
and the Whippet. There are two types of Manchester Terrier: the Standard and
Toy. The Toy variety became popular during the reign of Queen Victoria, when
miniaturization was the rage. Some tiny Victorian-age dogs weighed only 2½
pounds (1kg). Today, the Manchester is primarily a companion, though the
Standard Manchester can still serve as a rodent killer. The Manchester Terrier's
popularity has somewhat diminished, even in its native city. The Manchester Terrier was used in the development of several breeds, among them the Doberman Pinscher, and the Airedale Terrier. |
| Group |
Terrier, AKC Terrier The Toy variety
is AKC Toy. |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CET,
CCR, APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CET = Club
Español de Terriers (Spanish Terrier Club)
CCR = Canadian
Canine Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
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Male Toy Manchester Terrier puppy, named Hamlet, at 1½
years old
Male Toy Manchester Terrier puppy, named Hamlet, at 4
months old
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Manchester Terrier Pictures 1
Small Dogs vs Medium and Large Dogs
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