HISTORY OF THE BREED ago. The Manchester is a very old breed that has been used as the foundation Appearing in the form we know today in the THE late 1800s the longevity of this breed should stock for a number of other breeds as well. be recognized. Writings referring to an What is the difference between a earlier version of the breed (the English standard and a toy? ) date back almost 400 years, making the Manchester one of the In Canada and the United States Manchester oldest breeds of terrier currently recognized come in 2 varieties, a standard and a by the Canadian Kennel Club. toy. According to the breed standards put out by the CKC and the AKC the only

differences between the 2 varieties are size This pamphlet will help explain what our Originally bred as a "ratting machine" and ear type. The standard Manchester wonderful breed is all about, but there is no Manchester's made frequent and highly Terrier should weigh between 12-22 pounds, better way to find out about Manchesters acclaimed appearances in the rat pits. the toy should weigh less than 12 pounds. And than spending time with one (or many!). while the only has 1

acceptable ear type (naturally erect), 3 ear During the late 19th century the popularity For further information on the breed, or types are acceptable for the standard of the breed fell with the outlawing of blood to locate a breeder contact Manchester Terrier (cropped, button, and sports and the banning of ear cropping. It Jumpstart CKC Reg’d Terriers naturally erect). was at this point that several devoted breeders began to reform the breed. By Do they shed? http://www3.telus.net/amstaffmanchester using a cross they were able to Lisa Wysminity transform the breed from the rough coated, Yes, they do shed, however, not excessively. Box 1052 rugged terrier of the ratters to the sleek, Most Manchester Terriers only "blow coat" Tofield AB Canada elegant, gentleman's companion we now know. twice a year (spring and fall). With properly T0B 4J0 The Manchester now appears as two varieties grooming shedding is usually not a problem. 780-662-4810 [email protected] in North America, distinguished primarily by weight: Toys up to, but not exceeding 12 lb., How much grooming do they require? and Standards 12-22 lb. Manchester Terriers are a relatively low maintenance . They should be brushed Is this dog a "mini-Dobe"? regularly (once a week) with a rubber curry No, these are neither miniature or bristle brush. This regular brushing helps versions of the Doberman Pinscher or a get rid of dead hair (and therefore cuts . In fact, if anything, down on shedding problems), helps keep the Doberman Pinschers are larger versions of dog clean, and keeps the coat glossy and

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