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210 GUIDE T O BREED S

ENGLISH TOY TERRIER

A PERKY, FRIENDLY, AND CONFIDENT LITTLE COMPANION DOG FCI

Height range The oldest British toy breed, the English Toy Terrier used to be called the
10–12 in (25–30 cm) Miniature Black and Tan Terrier. It differs from its larger cousin, the Manchester
Weight range Terrier (opposite), only in its size and its erect ears. English Toy Terriers were popular
7–9 lb (3–4 kg)
as town pets during Queen Victoria’s reign, when toy dogs became fashionable. Before
Life span 12–13 years that, it was a rat catcher. Like other terriers, this breed veers from cuddly family pet to
Origin UK voracious rodent hunter. It bonds with its owner and makes a good watchdog. Because
it is small, the English Toy Terrier needs less exercise than the Manchester Terrier
and adapts well to city living.

High-set,
candle-flame ears
Dark, almond-
shaped eyes

Alert
expression

Well-defined,
mahogany-tan
markings

Low-set,
tapering tail,
ends just
above hock
Thick, glossy,
jet-black and
tan coat

Two inner toes
longer than
outer ones

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