Manchester Terrier

FCI 71 . Large and medium sized Terriers

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The Manchester Terrier it is a dog of Scottish origin, seems a reduced form of the German Pinscher although I have no blood ties with this race.

The Manchester Terrier could be defined as the modern version of a mouse-hunting dog called ‘Old Black and Tan Terrier‘, It was very popular during the 19th century in the cities of the North-West of England, where - apparently- lived for several centuries.

Other flows say it also has blood of the Whippet which gives it its aerodynamic appearance with clean lines and a lot of agility.

In the beginning, the Manchester Terrier was a dog specializing in hunt for rats and rabbits in urban contests, but with the prohibition of these competitions, the Manchester Terrier went on to become a useful vermin controller for those who lived in the country and, later, in company pet.

But Manchester Terrier since its inception has been townsman, not descended – like other Terrier- field dogs, but that comes from urban dogs whose function was to put an end to the own city vermin: the rat.

While his presence in the world of canine competitions is not the same as old, Now you can enjoy these dogs in certain competitions.

The Manchester Terrier began to be called as such in the year 1897 (20 years after its creation).

It was created at the height of the contests that consisted of killing the largest number of rats, and the race became known as a champion in this discipline. With the prohibition of this practice, the Manchester Terrier suffers a first blow that lowers the number of copies and the popularity of the breed.

Later he suffered another bump with the prohibition of amputate the ears of dogs (1898). A Manchester Terrier with its ears unclipped looked like, According to its owners, it was not consistent with its behavior and physical power.. This Manchester Terrier began to be increasingly less popularity.

The third coup led in the World War II, during the race nearly extinct, leaving only 11 copies across England.

The race begins to recover when a group of enthusiasts decided to form a club to promote the popularity of the Manchester Terrier, although it was only used in exhibitions or as a pet.

The Manchester Terrier it is a compact looking dog, elegant, solid and well structured.

The height in the males is of approximately, 41 cm. and in the females of 38 cm.. The weight is proportional to the height.
Its skull is long, flat and narrow, with a conical shape.

It has oval-shaped eyes are very bright, small and dark. It has ears of high insertion, small and in the shape of a 'V' that has the tips raised and folded over the forehead.

It has a short trunk and a compact back, rounded. The limbs are straight and proportionate to the size of the body.

The tail is not very long, It is thick in the inclusion and is tuned toward the tip, must never exceed the dorsal line.

It has a layer of shiny hair, glossy, well bushy, smooth, short and very soft to the touch. The color is solid black with bronze spots (Dark mahogany).

Observations

In the United States are maiming ears. This practice was common in England before the Decree of the Prince of Wales that, in the year 1898 banned all amputations.

Due to the entry into force of this Decree, the race Manchester Terrier lost so much popularity that was on the verge of extinction.

Unfortunately, despite all efforts of loving breeders of this breed, from then on, the recovery of the breed… was only partial.

By having an urban origin, the Manchester Terrier It is an ideal dog for life in a small flat in city. It is a very nice dog that adapts effortlessly to the home life, over all if leave you a hole in the bed or the couch.

It will be fully happy, If in addition to the overstuffed couch take it to give rides to open field, because he will unleash his hunting instinct and go crazy with joy chasing mice, crickets, lizards…, and all small shabby crossing on their way.

The Terrier, It is the most suitable to live in an apartment, does not lose hair practically, and by instinct is a clean dog. Learn fast, and in addition fond of children.

Create one Manchester Terrier is not easy. His multifaceted nature requires a lot of dog mind and empathy. He is also very sensitive and does not easily forgive injustice and disproportionate punishment.. So, not easy to recommend as a beginner dog. But, if you manage to feel and think your way to your Manchester and thus build a close relationship of trust, a hidden treasure is at your disposal. Especially for its multifaceted nature combined with its intelligence and docility, you can easily master any challenge with it, what could be desired in a full cooperation between dog and man. You need a clear announcement and consequences based on a respectful and loving relationship with your master and lady. Yet Manchester Terrier likes to be raised and seeks cooperation with humans. So, especially with him, much more than with other dogs in general, command and drill are completely out of place and counterproductive.

The Manchester Terriers They have some health conditions that may be of concern. They include an inherited bleeding disorder called von Willebrand disease, Hypothyroidism, patellar dislocation, Legg-Calve-Perthes disease (Toy Manchesters), and eye problems like glaucoma and cataracts.

Do not buy a puppy from a breeder who cannot provide you with written documentation showing that the parents were exempted from health problems affecting the breed. Having dogs undergo a "vet check" is not a substitute for genetic health testing.

Remember that after bringing a new puppy home, has the power to protect you from one of the most common health problems: the obesity. Keep a Manchester with a proper weight is one of the easiest ways to prolong your life. Make the most of your preventive skills to help ensure a healthier dog for life.

When it comes to grooming, the Manchester Terrier he's an easy keeper. Although the breed is naturally clean with little dog smell, a bath every three months (or when it gets dirty) in a mild shampoo is a good idea. Brush your elegant coat with a natural bristle brush or glove. Use hair conditioner / polisher to brighten hair.

The rest is basic care. Trim nails as needed, normally once every few weeks. Brush your teeth frequently with a veterinarian-approved pet toothpaste for overall good health and fresh breath. Check ears weekly for debris, redness or odor that may indicate an infection. If the ears look dirty, clean them with a cotton swab moistened with a gentle, pH-balanced ear cleaner recommended by your veterinarian. Enter the Manchester Terrier in the toilet when he is very young so that he learns to accept it, especially the nail cut, with patience.

as a rule, the Manchester Terriers they enjoy a long life as dogs, often more than 12, sometimes more than 15 years. But, a prerequisite is that they come from a healthy upbringing.

You should take a closer look at the breed and visit a breeder well before you buy.. The best way to buy your Manchester Terrier puppy is to buy it from a breeder who is a member of an FCI terrier club or can look around shelters. Sometimes there are dogs that come near the Manchester Terrier in type and character. The costs are about 1.200 EUR.

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Manchester Terrier" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

Adaptation ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	friendly dog ​​ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	hair loss ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Affection level ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 71
• Group 3: Terriers
• Section 1: Large and medium sized Terriers. Without working trial..

Federations:

• – FCI – Terriers 1 Large and medium-sized terriers. ⓘ
• – AKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – ANKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – CKC – Terriers ⓘ
– NZKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – UKC – Terriers ⓘ

United Kingdom

13.10.2010

Use:

Terrier

General appearance:

It is a compact dog, elegant, robust and of good substance.

Lively, alert, happy and sporty. Insightful and faithful.

Head:

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Craging: Long, flat and narrow, level and wedge-shaped, without the cheek muscles showing.

facial region:

• Trufa: Glossy black.
• Horcico: Well filled under the eyes, tapers towards the tip.
• Bite / Teeth: Symmetrical jaws, with perfect and complete bite, scissor, that is to say, that the inner face of the upper incisors is in close contact with the outer face of the lower incisors. Teeth should be implanted at right angles in the jaws.
• Labios: Glued.

 

• Ojors: relativelysmall, dark and shiny. Almond shaped and should not be prominent.
• Obars: The ears are small and “V” shaped., implantation well above the skull and falling close to the head over the eyes.

Neck:

Fairly long and slim from shoulder base to head; slightly arched topline, without jowl.

Body:

Short.

• Itmor: Slightly arched.
• Breast : Well arched ribs.
• Línlower ea and belly: Pick up behind the ribs.

Tail:

Cut and inserted where the arch of the back ends; thick at the base and tapers to the tip. It should not be carried higher than the line of the back..

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

• Hormbros: Clean and well sloped.
• Antarm: Well upright forelimbs, and well placed below the body. Of length proportional to the body.
• Pinis previous: Small, hare's half-form, strong and with well arched fingers.

LATER MEMBERS: Strong and muscular. Hindquarters must not have cow hocks or feet turned inward.

• Rodinllto: Well angled.
• Pinis later: Small, hare's half-form, strong and with well arched fingers.

Movement:

Straight, free and balanced. The forelimbs are carried forward freely and the hindquarters give it a great push.

Mantle

Plink: Tight, smooth, short and bright, hard textured.

Colorr: Glossy black and lit mahogany fire stains distributed like this: on the head and from the snout to the nose they have fiery hues, the nose and the back of the muzzle are shiny black. A small fire stain on each cheek and above each eye, in the lower jaw and in the throat forming a well-defined “V”. In the Member, the fire color from the knee down, except the fingers which have black striations and a distinctive black spot (like thumbprint) on the foot. On the hind limbs the fire marks on the inside, with a black split at the knees. A fire spot under the tail and around the anus very narrow, so that it covers it. A very faint fire stain on each side of the chest. External fire spots on the hind limbs, commonly called “pants”, they are undesirable. In all cases, black color should not mix with fire and vice versa, but there must be a well-defined division between colors.

Size and weight:

Ideal height at the withers:

• Males: 41 cm..
• females: 38 cm..

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

FALTAS DISQUALIFYING:

• Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
• Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..

• Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Itlatest changes are in bold.

TRANSLATION: Brígida Nestler / Original version: (IN)

Technical supervision: Miguel Angel Martinez

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Manchester Terrier (English).
2. Manchester Terrier (French).
3. Manchester Terrier (German).
4. Manchester Terrier (Portuguese).
5. Manchester Terrier (español).