The Manchester Terrier was improved by a man named John Hume in the 18th century. The improved Manchester Terrier is an early breed of Manchester Terrier that was obtained by crossing the Whippet. Later, the bloodline of the West Highland Terrier was added to the bloodline, and the Manchester Terrier breed that people see today was obtained. The Manchester Terrier is a visual hunting dog. The reason why it has good vision is that the early Manchester Terrier was a hound used to hunt rabbits. In the mid-19th century, there was a mouse-catching game in which Manchester Terriers were also used.

1. Characteristics of Manchester Terrier

An adult male Manchester Terrier can grow to 39cm-42cm, and a female Manchester Terrier can grow to 37cm-40cm. Their lifespan is about 15 years. The Manchester Terrier will not be aggressive or timid. It will treat the things around it very seriously and can distinguish between friends and enemies. It is very friendly to its own kind and is one of the least noisy dogs. Generally speaking, the weight of a toy-type Manchester Terrier should not exceed 12 pounds, and the weight of a standard-type Manchester Terrier should not exceed 22 pounds. Once it exceeds, it will not be recognized.

The Manchester Terrier has strong muscles in the front and a large space in the rear, which can give it more power and speed and make it more flexible. The Manchester Terrier toy type is a dog bred from the standard Manchester Terrier type and will never grow up. The facial expression looks very alert and alert. The head is wedge-shaped when viewed from the front, and the length of the notch is equivalent to the length of the head. There are three standard Manchester Terrier ear shapes allowed: erect ears, button ears and cropped ears. The shape of the ears depends entirely on what the dog owner likes. The Manchester Terrier's legs are compact and arched, with the two middle toes longer than the other toes, and the pads are thick and wear-resistant. The body hair color is black and mahogany brown, the two colors should not mix, the line between the colors is clear.

2. Manchester Terrier IQ

The Manchester Terrier ranks 32nd in IQ and is a dog with a relatively high IQ. It can distinguish between friend and foe in a short period of time, and trust between the owner and the owner is quickly established. During training, the time it takes to respond to the owner's commands for the first time is relatively short, and it is easy to remember what the owner taught. The owner is required to be patient enough during training. This type of dog will also disobey the owner and do what he likes and ignore the owner's commands. Don't praise excessively when you perform well, and don't criticize harshly when you perform poorly. Excessive criticism will make the dog's performance worse, while praise will make the dog feel at a loss.

3. Manchester Terrier price

Manchester Terrier can be purchased through regular channels, and the price of cubs is around 2,000 yuan. The price of an adult Manchester Terrier is around 12,000 yuan, and prices for both males and females are about the same. Adult Manchester Terriers should have been neutered and have all vaccinations in good condition.When purchasing cubs, it is recommended to go to regular channels. There is a mixed bag of good and bad people on the market at present. You should still pay attention to the vaccine pedigree when buying. Of course, it is best to have a pedigree certificate.

4. How to raise a Manchester Terrier

The Manchester Terrier is not well-known, but it has a group of very enthusiastic dog fans. This is a charming and energetic family pet dog. Although the Manchester Terrier is a short-haired dog, it is best to brush the dog's hair every day. This not only maintains hygiene, but also keeps the dog's mental state at its best, and can also enhance the relationship between the dog and its owner. of tacit understanding and affection. To trim the dog's hair, go to a pet store to find a professional to trim it, so that the dog's appearance can be avoided from being messed up by the owner. Don't bathe too frequently, about twice a month in summer and once in winter. When bathing, use professional dog shampoo, not human shampoo, as the hair texture is different.

After the Manchester Terrier is fed daily, it needs additional outdoor activities. Strictly control your food intake to keep your body in optimal condition. The daily food should include about 200 grams of meat, plus some cooked vegetables and food such as sesame cakes. Maintain an appropriate intake of clean water. Dogs should drink more water in summer to ensure good heat dissipation and moisture. Manchester Terrier is a kind of dog that likes outdoor activities. It should maintain one hour of outdoor activity every day. The dog's earwax, eyes, paws, etc. should be cleaned in time every one week or so. Do not exercise too strenuously outdoors. The purpose is to ensure that the dog can breathe smoothly.

5. Doberman Pinscher and Manchester Terrier

The main difference between Manchester Terrier and Doberman Pinscher is in stature. Manchester Terrier is smaller than Doberman Pinscher. The Doberman Pinscher's body shape does not look as soft as the Manchester Terrier's, and its ears are slightly pointed. The Doberman Pinscher has less brown on its limbs and looks less alert and alert. In short, the judgment based on the body shape is nine times out of ten accurate.

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