English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Info & English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Breeders
English Toy Terriers are great companion dogs, that just always want to be with you. They are not a dog to be left in the backyard and forgotten. This breed is suitable for both the elderly and young active families, as they don't require a lot of exercise. A daily walk will benefit both owner and dog, it is quite active and cat-like, with a tendency to exercise itself.
Being a small dog the breed is well suited to flats and apartments if space is limited. Over the years people have tended to mollycoddle this breed; however, it can't be forgotten that they are terriers and love to hunt, and were originally bred to hunt rats.
The English Toy Terrier - Appearance and Coat Care
The English Toy Terrier has a short, shiny black coat set off by trimmings of rich red-brown. So much attention has been paid to colour and markings that the breed apparently hasn’t changed much since the 1900s and is recognised by its ‘candle flame’-shaped ears. English Toy Terriers are 25 to 30cm at the shoulder, with terrier characteristics. Its long, slightly arched neck leads to a narrow and deep chest. It is slightly rounded over the loin.
The English Toy Terrier is easy to care for and requires bathing only when really necessary. It has a very short, single coat so very little brushing is required. A damp cloth will rejuvenate the gloss and sheen.
Temperament of the English Toy Terrier
The English Toy Terrier is a toy dog with terrier-like characteristics and no hint of frailty or weakness. Overall it is a very active dog that has a great zest for life. It is an alert, faithful and intelligent companion that is fast-maturing, mentally and physically. It is quick of eye, keen of hearing, brave and courageous. A completely dependable watchdog, the English Toy Terrier is rather suspicious of strangers, giving warning of any unusual noise or visitors.
Skip to Registered English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Breeder list >
History of the English Toy Terrier
The English Toy Terrier can be traced back through the centuries, having been bred from the Manchester Terrier, which was previously known as the English Black and Tan Terrier. Dr Caius mentioned the Black and Tan Terrier in 1570 when writing to a friend, and Dogs: Their History and Development, published in 1927, mentioned that the Black and Tan Terrier was described in The Hours of the Virgin in approximately 1500. The English Toy Terrier has had a chequered career, being used for rodent control in earlier times. It was likely found onboard ships and on farms, and was later used for sport.
In Australia the breed was quite popular around the 1960s, though it faded in popularity over time until the 1990s when there were only two breeding pairs left in the country. Since then a concerted effort has been made to boost the gene pool. Several key sires with links to Australia’s standard have been imported, which has vastly improved temperament, conformation and acceptance of the breed. Care has been taken to adhere to the correct English Breed Standard, while avoiding extremes in the breed and fashion fads.
Reference / Source : Dogs NSW
Potential health issues with the English Toy Terrier
The English Toy Terrier is relatively free from health issues and its average lifespan is 9–13 years. Dr Rob Zammit cautions that slipping kneecaps and poor hip joints can occur in English Toy Terriers. When buying a puppy, ask your breeder about the parents and if they suffer from these problems.
If you are a small scale ANKC registered breeder and would like to be listed here, just contact us or follow a few simple steps to add your details yourself.
We welcome helpful comments and contributions to information about this breed by email or below...
Registered English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Breeders
.jpg "Top 10 Puppy Names")
.jpg "Quality, Affordable, Wall Art - Buy Prints Online")
.jpg "Double Dapple Dachshund Puppy - Colours and health in dogs")
.jpg "finding a responsible breeder - tips and guidlines")