The distinctive head with silken topknot is large but in proportion to the size of the dog.
Download Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Standard Pics. Dandie dinmont terrier was bred from selected specimens of the rough native terrier in the border country between england and scotland during generally a healthy breed. He is long and low, has a large head and a weaselly body, heavily boned legs and a weatherproof coat.
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A character in sir walter scott's novel guy mannering has lent the name to the breed. The dandie dinmont terrier can be kept outdoors or indoors. The large head has a topknot that is in proportion to the body.
Dandie dinmont terrier is one of the oldest and most unique of all terrier breeds.
Dandie dinmont terrier is one of the oldest and most unique of all terrier breeds. According to the breed standard, the shoulder height of the dandie dinmont terrier must be from 24 a 28 cm., the ideal weight under working conditions. The kennel club frowns on any exaggerations or departures from the breed standard and would judge the faults on how much they affect a dog's. The dark eyes are large and round with a soft, wise expression.
