This small cute dog belongs to a rather ancient breed - dandy dinmont terrier. She was bred during the selection, based on old Scottish terriers. It was intended for hunting, therefore, all the qualities necessary for this were grafted into it - quick reaction and movement, small size, sensitivity, etc. Bedlington terriers and sky terriers were used in crossing. Today, these handsome men completely forgot about their hunting past and turned into cute companions.
External features
The dandy dinmont terrier has an unusual appearance - it has an elongated body (which is quite rare for terriers). It is flexible and sturdy. The limbs are powerful, but at the same time quite short, with the hind legs significantly longer than the front legs and wider apart.
Growth at the withers - no more than twenty-five centimeters. The dependence of body length and height at the withers is traced. The length should be less than 5 cm doubled growth. An adult weighs about 10 kilograms.
The dandy dinmont terrier has a large, wide head between the ears. The forehead is rounded, tapering to the muzzle. Jaws are powerful, designed for a successful hunt. Pretty large and black nose. Wide-set, large, round-shaped eyes, very expressive. At one of the European exhibitions, a representative of this breed was awarded the prize "For the most beautiful eyes."
The ears are large, hanging, at the base they are quite wide, the tips are rounded. The coat is short (no more than 5 cm). On the trunk and on the top of the tail, the hairline is coarser and darker. Wool in these areas does not fit snugly.
A characteristic fluffy cap is marked on the head, a mustache and a beard stand out on the face, and neat tassels on the ears. The coat has an undercoat, quite soft to the touch. It should be remembered that the brushes on the ears, the crest on the head and the hair in the lower part of the body must be carefully combed out.
Color
These dogs may have mustard or pepper color. The latter ranges from light silver to dark bluish-black. Dogs with intermediate tones are especially appreciated. The limbs may be tan, and the body may be tan or fawn.
Mustard color can also be different - from pale deer to reddish-brown. The hair bands of the ears and the “cap” in this case are white or beige. On the limbs, the coat is slightly darker.
Character
Breeders love this breed. First of all, for their character - they are kind and funny dogs. They are infinitely devoted to their master, they are affectionate and gentle creatures, although they are suspicious of strangers, however, this does not last very long.
These charming doggies are excellent companions, they are ready to accompany the owner in all his affairs. True, the dandy has a slight flaw - it is somewhat selfish. He needs him to be the only friend for his master, and only he is allowed to protect him. It is unlikely that he will tolerate other pets, especially for dogs. Although there are pleasant exceptions to each rule.
Puppies dandy dinmont terrier
Usually in dogs of this breed five to six puppies are born. The color of young animals can be the most diverse. Babies born with a dark color, with age, acquire a pepper color, and with sable fur become mustard. Color change occurs at the age of seven months. And the final color is formed by three years.
Puppies of this breed are surprisingly sensitive. Even at a very young age, they are distinguished by an innate sense of self-esteem. They are stubborn and strong kids. They should not be trained for a long time and persistently - they will learn the teams perfectly the first time.
Dandy Dinmont Terrier: price
This breed of dog in our country is not too common. Therefore, you should be wary of seeing a puppy in the bird market that looks like representatives of this breed, especially if the owner sells it for 1000 rubles. If you want a purebred and healthy dandy dinmont terrier to appear in your house, you need to find a kennel in advance. Today, there are such institutions in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Petrozavodsk, Saratov, Rostov-on-Don. Contact the breeder, find out when puppies are expected, and make an appointment. It is necessary for you to see the parents of the future pet, to evaluate the conditions in which they are kept.
And lastly, the cost of puppies of this breed ranges from 900 to 1700 dollars, depending on the merits of the parents and what future you plan for the dog - a pet or a participant in international exhibitions.