Manchester Terrier Dog Breed Profile
The Manchester Terrier is a lively, intelligent dog,
fast to learn and easy to train. They can be kept in
an apartment as they are active indoors and can get
by with frequent long walks. A properly fenced in yard
is always best for exercise. Keep the Manchester under
control or she may chase almost anything that moves.
She should be extensively socialized with children,
kids and pets at a young age. She was originally bred
as a ratter so beware of her with small pets. She can
do ok with older, behaved children. As a reminder, never
leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.
* Approximate Adult Size. There are two sizes of
the Manchester Terrier, Toy and Standard. The Toy size
is 10 to 12 inches to the withers (highest point of
the shoulder) and 6 to 8 pounds. The Standard size is
15 to 16 inches to the withers (highest point of the
shoulder) and 17 to 18 pounds.
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds
have certain inherited health problems associated with
that specific breed and the Manchester Terrier is no
exception. Be on the look out for Von Willebrands disease
(a problem with blood clotting), over eating, lens luxation
and Glaucoma. This disease list is an informative guideline
only. Other diseases may also be significant threats,
please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the
first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as
an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for
shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and
on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for
check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog
sweets.
*Grooming. The Manchester Terrier has a short black
and tan coat which is shiny and easy care. She should
be brushed and rubbed down with a cloth regularly. Brushing
will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat and
help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen
your emotional bond with her.
Her ears should be checked once a week and be kept clean.
If you have her professionally groomed, make sure ear
cleaning and inspection is part of the package. No water
or excess fluid should get in the dogs ears, and do
not try to irrigate the ears. Ear cleaning is too complicated
and critical to instruct here. Look for hair growing
in the ear canal, excess wax, or moisture. If her ears
have a discharge, foul odor or she seems to be in distress
and you suspect an infection, or tumor, consult your
veterinarian.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with
toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing
removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which
can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease.
Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth,
bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and
clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow
slower than the toenails of the front feet.
*Life Span. The Manchester Terrier can live between
14 and 15 years with proper nutrition, medical care
and excellent living conditions.
*History. The Manchester Terrier comes from Great
Britain where they were used as companion dogs and ratters.
They are thought to be a combination of the Whippet,
other terriers and possibly the Greyhound. They were
first registered by the American Kennel Association
in 1886.
Some Registries:
*American Manchester Terrier Club
*UKC United Kennel Club
*NKC National Kennel Club
*CKC Continental Kennel Club
*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
*AKC American Kennel Club
*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
*ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
*ACR = American Canine Registry
Litter Size: 6 to 10 Belgian Sheepdog puppies
Category: Terrier
Terms To Describe: Muscular, agility, powerful,
friendly, intelligent
*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
Makes a good watch dog.
Fast learner.
The toy variety sheds very little.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
Makes an ok guard dog.
*Other Names Known By: Black and Tan Terrier,
*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this
information may be correct for your dog. This information
is meant as a good faith guideline only.
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