Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Breed Profile

A Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a small Scottish dog breed in the terrier family. During the 1600s, they were utilized for hunting badgers and otters. These dogs may have been a type of Border Terrier, although other theories have emerged, including the one that they make be a cross between Scottish Terriers and Skye Terriers.

Temperament

Dandies are typical terriers: independent, bold, tenacious, and smart. With folks they know, they’re loving and noble, although they have a tendency to be quiet with strangers. Because Dandies are reserved dogs, they are not known to be “barkers,” as their terrier counterparts. They make both a good companion and a guard dog and is among the most obedient terrier breeds. They are usually quite low-maintenance and demand little from their owners.

Color & Coat

Coat: The Dandie Dinmont Terrier exhibit a distinctive coat made up of about two-thirds hardish (not wiry) hair and one-third soft hair, about 2 inches in length. The head is covered with soft, silky hair, lending to the appearance of a large head. The topknot also enhances the expression, which is determined, dignified, soft and wise.

Color: They come in two distinctive colors: mustard and pepper. Mustards are a reddish brown to a pale fawn with a creamy white topknot. Peppers are a dark bluish black to a light silvery gray with a silvery white topknot.

Living Environment

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier thrives within apartments. He is fairly active indoors and a small yard will suffice as long as they receive their daily fix of exercise. He likes to chase, friendly but tough, and are good with children.

Health

There are no breed-specific health concerns, but their long body may give them spinal problems. Also, the breed is affected by canine cancer at a higher than average rate.