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.

  1. 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.