Manchester Terrier

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Manchester Terrier Information

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Group:	Terrier
Size:	Medium
Life Span:	14-15 years
Height:	Male: 14-16 inches
	Female: 14-16 inches
Weight:	Male: 12-22 lbs
	Female: 12-22 lbs

Coat :	Smooth, dense and glossy
Gait :	free and effortless
Color(s) :	Black and tan
Living Area :	Any
Hair Length:	Short
Exercise Need :	Daily long walk and run
Recognized By :	(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America
Date of Origin :	19th century
Place of Origin :	England
Todays Use :	Companion Dog
Originally Used :	Vermin Hunter
Other Name :	Manchester Terrier Toy

The origin of the Manchester Terrier lies in England and dates back to the 19th century. During that era, rats were a menace in the English society. To combat the problem of rats, a man named John Hulme crossbred a crossed terrier with a Whippet and thus, the Manchester Terrier was born. At that point of time, it was known as the rat terrier for its exceptional rat hunting abilities. It was given the name Manchester Terrier only in the 1860s when Manchester became popular as the breeding center of this breed. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1887.

The Manchester Terrier is a medium sized dog with a streamlined body and a keen expression typical of this breed, It has a longish head; almond shaped eyes which are small in size and black in color; high set ears which are carried erect or could be cropped too; a square muzzle which is slightly long in appearance; a black nose; taut lips which are black in color with teeth which meet in scissors bite or level bite. This breed has a medium length tail which is strong at the base and tapers towards the end. The tail is carried downwards, below the line of the back. It has medium length legs which are slender yet muscular with small feet. The coat of this breed is short, smooth, dense and glossy. The color of the coat is black and tan.

The Manchester Terrier is an agile and a cunning breed. It is good with kids as well as other dogs. However, caution is advised with non canine pets such as hare, rats etc. because of its strong hunting instincts. It is an obedient breed and a quick leaner, which makes it easy to train. It is a vigilant breed and thus, it makes for a very good watchdog. It needs a lot of attention to bring out the proper behavior. Thus, this breed is not suited to families who cannot spare enough time for the dog. It adapts well to indoor as well as outdoor environment, and thus, it is well suited to an apartment life.

The Manchester Terrier is an average shedder. Its short and dense coat is easy to maintain. Brushing its coat once or twice in a week with a firm bristle brush and also rubbing its body with a damp towel once in a week are sufficient to maintain a healthy looking coat. It should be bathed only when necessary using a mild shampoo and must be dried properly after each bath. Its eyes and ears should be cleaned properly to avoid any infection. It also has a tendency to grow nails quickly so the nails should be trimmed regularly.

It is an active breed which needs a lot of daily exercise. Daily long walks should be supplemented with jogging and running for physical and mental well being of the dog. This breed particularly enjoys jogging alongside a bicycle. However, it should not be let off the leash in an unsecured area because of its strong hunting instincts. It is sensitive to very high temperature so should be adequately protected.

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The Manchester Terrier is prone to some health issues like Glaucoma, hip Dysplasia, Von Willebrand’s Disease etc.

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