Manchester Terrier
Terrier group · Small size · From England
A keen, devoted, observant English ratter — sleek black-and-tan terrier, gentleman's rat-pit champion.
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Lifespan
15–17 years
Weight (M)
12–22 lbs
Height (M)
15–16"
Coat
short
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
High
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Moderate
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Low
Grooming effort
Very Low
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
High
Good with kids
High
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Von Willebrand's disease
- • Heart problems
- • Eye disorders
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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