Dandie Dinmont Terrier Dog Breed
- Size
- Small
- Height
- 8 to 11 inches at the top of the shoulders
- Weight
- 18 to 24 pounds
- Coat
- Medium
- Color
- Pepper or mustard
- Energy
- Medium
- Activities
- Hunting, Tracking, Earthdog Trials, Conformation
Developed on the border of England and Scotland in the 1700s to hunt otter and badger, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is best known today for his companionship. This breed is an excellent guard dog but may be aggressive with other dogs and animals. Gentle, affectionate and loyal, the Dandie is particularly good with children.Professional trimming or stripping is necessary to maintain the rough double coat.
Did you know
Once popular with gypsies, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier also was a favorite of Queen Victoria. The breed is named for the character Dandie Dinmont in Sir Walter Scott’s 1814 novel, “Guy Mannering.” In the book, Dandie Dinmont had six terriers.