Dogs 101 - TOY MANCHESTER TERRIER - Top Dog Facts About the TOY MANCHESTER TERRIER

Dogs 101 - TOY MANCHESTER TERRIER
Top Dog Facts About the TOY MANCHESTER TERRIER

The Manchester Terrier miniature or Toy Manchester Terrier is a breed created to satisfy the demands of high society women during the Victorian era in the United States. Product of crossbreeding and controlled breeding among the Manchester Terrier smaller dogs, this breed was known first as Toy Black and was very popular in the 1920s, but was ten years after that it was given his actual name, Toy Manchester Terrier.

Time for some Ruff Trivia:
- In the XIX century the Manchester Terrier were bred to perform such a strange sport, which was it?

o A: Kill rats and chase rabbits
o B: Dog fights
o C: Dog racing

What do you think, give it your best guess in the comments below before we get to the answer! Hang on tight and we’ll get back to this Ruff Trivia Question toward the end of the video.

The Manchester Terrier has a powerful and muscular body, and is very agile. This is why they’re highly competent in killing rodents. The Toy version can weigh less than 6 to 8 pounds and measure between 10 to 12 inches. In general, his body is usually smooth, compact and muscular, with a thick and dense coat, but also bright and smooth. The most common colors that we can see in this breed are blue and brown, black and brown, blue, black and sometimes in tan. Also, they have a long tail, ears that remain erect and an always alert and vigilant expression.

Grooming: the Manchester is a type of dog that you can clean very easily. An occasional bath with a shampoo formulated for dogs is enough to keep it clean. With a regular brushing of their coat, a frequent cleansing of their ears and a cut of nails every two weeks, it’s just enough to keep your dog in a good physical and health condition.

Temperament: This kind of breed tend to be nervous, distrustful, territorial and dominant with other dogs and strange people. But they’re also cheerful, happy, kind, loyal and very playful. Their independence makes them an excellent companion dogs for many families. Also, it’s a guard pet of his house, faithful and an excellent option for any type of family. Check out more about why a Toy Manchester Terrier might be the perfect fit for your family here BrooklynsCorner.com

Training: Active, energetic and athletic, the Toy Manchester Terrier will need frequent walks with his human, almost every day, to maintain his mental and physical health. Thanks to his intelligence and his need to please, he can be easily trained using fun games, affectionate and effusive rewards and positive training methods.
Health: The Toy Manchester Terrier is a healthy breed that doesn’t usually present hereditary health problems and have a lifespan of more than 15 years. However, in rare cases they can suffer diseases such as diabetes mellitus, dislocation of the kneecaps and the tibia, obesity, ear infections, glaucoma, epilepsy, hypothyroidism, progressive retinal atrophy and cardiomyopathy. The best option to prevent all this, are frequent visits to the veterinarian, proper nutrition and the necessary care to keep him healthy.

The Toy Manchester Terrier are, without a doubt, great pets that can adapt to rural and urban environments. They can also be raised in homes with limited space, with small or large families and he’s also an excellent company for children. If you ever thought about having one, we invite you to be a responsible owner and you will enjoy the rewards that this dog gives you as a pet. Check out more about what makes this dog so great here BrooklynsCorner.com
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