Dandies!

Dandie Dinmonts are so cool so why don't you have a look at some facts about them!

#1. "The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a low to the ground, longer than he is tall, little dog."

#2. "The large head has a topknot that is in proportion to the body."

#3. "The skull is broad between the ears, gradually tapering to the eyes."

#4. "The large teeth meet in a scissors bite."

#5. "The moderately, large nose and the lips are dark in color."

#6. "The large, round, wide-set eyes come in dark hazel with dark eye rims."

#7. "The 3 to 4 inch (7-10 cm.) ears are pendant, set low and wide, hanging close to the cheeks."

#8. "The legs are short with the back legs being a little longer than the front legs."

#9. "The "scimitar" tail looks like a curved sword and is about 8 to 10 inches (20-25 cm.) long, thicker for about 4 inches then tapering to a point."

#10. "The coat is about 2 inches (5 cm.) long with with a mix of soft and hard hairs. Hair on the underside is softer in texture and the head is covered with an even softer, silky topknot. Coat colors come in pepper (dark bluish black to a light silvery gray) or mustard (reddish brown to a pale fawn). Mustard puppies are born with a dark brown coat which lightens into varying shades of red when it reaches an adult. Pepper puppies are born black and tan, that silvers later in life. Pepper coats have a silver topknot and mustard color coats have a cream colored topknot."

#11. "The Dandie Dinmont makes a great companion dog, affectionate and happy-go-lucky."

#12. "Lively, bold, brave, independent and intelligent."

#13. "Because of this terrier's hunting instincts, it should not be trusted with non-canine pets, such as hamsters, rabbits, pet mice and guinea pigs. It will be okay with cats that it is raised with from puppyhood."

#14. "They are not difficult to train, if you are firm and consistent."

#15. "Makes a good watch dog, but needs to be told, after getting your attention with the first warning bark, it is time to be quiet and let you handle the rest."

#16. "Height: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm.)"

#17. "Weight: 18-24 pounds (8-11 kg.)"

#18. "Generally a healthy breed. Some are prone to glaucoma and epilepsy. Hypothyroidism can occur when the dog is older. Do not overfeed as an overweight dog can have back problems."

#19. "The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is good for apartment life. They are fairly active indoors and a small yard will do as long as you take them for daily walks. Likes to chase, be careful when taking them off the leash."

#20. "Dandie Dinmont need to be walked daily. They will also enjoy sessions of play in the park or other safe open areas."

#21. "Life Expectancy: About 12-15 years."

#22. "The Dandie Dinmont needs to be brushed regularly. They should have professional grooming. Dead hair should be plucked out once or twice a year. Show dogs require much more grooming. This breed sheds little to no hair."

#23. "The Dandie Dinmont is an old terrier dating back to the 1700s originating from the border area between England and Scotland. The breed may have been developed from the Skye Terrier and the now extinct Scotch Terrier (not to be confused with today's Scottish Terrier). The breed was popular among the gypsies and was used by farmers to kill vermin. With its short legs it was able to go to ground hunting badgers and otter. In 1814 Sir Walter Scott wrote about the breed in is famous novel "Guy Mannering". In the book there was a character named Dandie Dinmont, and that is where the breed got it's name. It was recognized by the AKC in 1886. Some of the Dandie Dinmont's talents are vermin catcher, hunting rabbit, otter, badger, martens, weasels, and skunks."

Info from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/dandiedinmont.htm

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