Manchester Terrier (Standard)
Manchester Terrier (Standard)
Temperament: Spirited, Bright, Keenly Observant
Group: Terrier Group
Height: 38.1–40.6 in
Weight: 5.4–10.0 lb
Life Expectancy: 15.0–17.0 yrs
Energy Level: Regular Exercise
Trainability: Easy Training
Shedding: Occasional
Grooming Frequency: Weekly Brushing
All Manchesters are similar in temperament, body type and athletic ability despite differences in size. They’re easily recognized by a tight coat of rich mahogany tan and jet black. The head is long and wedge-shaped; tan spots above each eye point up a watchful expression. Manchesters can motor, running with good reach in front and propulsive rear drive powered by a muscular caboose. The Manchester Terrier is named after the English city where much of the breed’s early development took place. Sleek, racy dogs who possess a terrier’s ratting instinct and the graceful contours of coursing hounds, Manchesters are spirited, bright, and athletic. They combine the streamlined grace of a coursing hound and the instincts of a fearless rat terrier. These racy dogs come in two size varieties: Standard (not exceeding 22 pounds) and Toy (not exceeding 12 pounds).