What to Know About the Manchester Terrier

The Manchester terrier, a small brown and black dog, is a sporting terrier. According to the Manchester Terrier Club, this alert, athletic dog is ancestor to other breeds such as the Australian terrier, Doberman pinscher and Lancaster heeler. The Manchester is a popular companion and watchdog.

Temperament

Known as an excellent family dog, the Manchester is smart, playful and friendly with an alert, courageous watchdog attitude.

Look

Sleek and muscular, the Manchester has a short black coat with mahogany brown markings.

Size

The Manchester is bred both in a standard size weighing up to 22 lbs. and in a toy size up to 12 lbs.

Care

The Manchester needs little exercise or grooming. This dog thrives on attention and lives up to 20 years.

Benefits

His compact size and affection for people makes the Manchester popular for apartments and confined living with older or disabled people.

Considerations

The Manchester is a sporting dog. Raised to hunt rats and other vermin, the dog is not suited to homes with rabbits, gerbils and other small animals.

References

• Manchester Terrier Club