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Toy Manchester Terriers are classified as toy dogs, but they have terrier attitudes.
This should not be taken lightly. Take time to learn all you can about Manchesters
before you bring one home. Talk to breeders, watch them at dog shows and
companion events. You can never be too prepared. You'll be glad you did.
This should not be taken lightly. Take time to learn all you can about Manchesters
before you bring one home. Talk to breeders, watch them at dog shows and
companion events. You can never be too prepared. You'll be glad you did.
Read the breed standard - Learn how a Manchester looks and acts. (The official
breed standard may be found on the AKC's website, the link is below.) They are
not Miniature Dobermans or Miniature Pinschers. It can be a little confusing at
first, but the breed standard describes what good breeders are striving for. Never
be fooled into buying a "teacup" or "rare-colored" Manchester.
The following links are our favorites.
www.akc.org The American Kennel Club (AKC) has information about Toy
Manchesters and dog ownership in general. There are also coloring sheets to
educate children about dogs. This site is great for researching all dog breeds.
www.clubs.akc.org/amtc The American Manchester Terrier Club (AMTC) is the
national parent club for Manchester Terriers. There is a wealth of information here.
Manchesters and children - It is tempting to treat any small dog like a human
child. They are not children, they are dogs. That being said, they are a wonderful
addition to a family with children IF they have been exposed to small children from
the beginning and the children know how to properly handle a small dog. The dog
is usually in more danger of being harmed by a child than the reverse. For this
reason, we strongly recommend that Toy Manchesters not be allowed to play with
young children without very close supervision. It only takes one misstep for a
tragic result. A tiny five or six pound puppy is no match for any child.
Life expectancy - When we place a puppy with its new family, we expect it to be a
forever home. If you cannot commit to taking care of a dog for the next 15+ years,
you should not bring one home. Manchesters are a very hearty breed and do live
long and active lives.
Bad behavior is never cute - When a puppy is allowed to chew up the newspaper,
it can be so adorable. Keep in mind you aren't always going to want to pick up
everything your little darling has found and shredded, and some things are
hazardous. Puppies should be taught from an early age what is acceptable, and
what is not. You will enjoy your grown dog much more if you persist. We
recommend How to Raise a Puppy You Can Live With by Clarice Rutherford and
David H. Neil. This book can be purchased from Alpine Publishing at
www.alpinepub.com.
Born hunters-Manchesters must not be allowed outside unless they are in a
securely fenced area or are on a leash. They love to hunt and are not easily
distracted once the chase is on. You should also be careful with other small pets.
Manchesters were bred to kill rats and they are good at it.
Toy breeds can use litter boxes - Our TMTs use a litter box when they are in the
house and when we travel. Be sure that your litter box is large enough. You
should allow plenty of room for your dog to circle without stepping out of the box.
Make certain to use a litter that is safe for dogs. Any type of litter that clumps is not
safe for a dog. We use recycled newspaper litter.
breed standard may be found on the AKC's website, the link is below.) They are
not Miniature Dobermans or Miniature Pinschers. It can be a little confusing at
first, but the breed standard describes what good breeders are striving for. Never
be fooled into buying a "teacup" or "rare-colored" Manchester.
The following links are our favorites.
www.akc.org The American Kennel Club (AKC) has information about Toy
Manchesters and dog ownership in general. There are also coloring sheets to
educate children about dogs. This site is great for researching all dog breeds.
www.clubs.akc.org/amtc The American Manchester Terrier Club (AMTC) is the
national parent club for Manchester Terriers. There is a wealth of information here.
Manchesters and children - It is tempting to treat any small dog like a human
child. They are not children, they are dogs. That being said, they are a wonderful
addition to a family with children IF they have been exposed to small children from
the beginning and the children know how to properly handle a small dog. The dog
is usually in more danger of being harmed by a child than the reverse. For this
reason, we strongly recommend that Toy Manchesters not be allowed to play with
young children without very close supervision. It only takes one misstep for a
tragic result. A tiny five or six pound puppy is no match for any child.
Life expectancy - When we place a puppy with its new family, we expect it to be a
forever home. If you cannot commit to taking care of a dog for the next 15+ years,
you should not bring one home. Manchesters are a very hearty breed and do live
long and active lives.
Bad behavior is never cute - When a puppy is allowed to chew up the newspaper,
it can be so adorable. Keep in mind you aren't always going to want to pick up
everything your little darling has found and shredded, and some things are
hazardous. Puppies should be taught from an early age what is acceptable, and
what is not. You will enjoy your grown dog much more if you persist. We
recommend How to Raise a Puppy You Can Live With by Clarice Rutherford and
David H. Neil. This book can be purchased from Alpine Publishing at
www.alpinepub.com.
Born hunters-Manchesters must not be allowed outside unless they are in a
securely fenced area or are on a leash. They love to hunt and are not easily
distracted once the chase is on. You should also be careful with other small pets.
Manchesters were bred to kill rats and they are good at it.
Toy breeds can use litter boxes - Our TMTs use a litter box when they are in the
house and when we travel. Be sure that your litter box is large enough. You
should allow plenty of room for your dog to circle without stepping out of the box.
Make certain to use a litter that is safe for dogs. Any type of litter that clumps is not
safe for a dog. We use recycled newspaper litter.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@notaminidobe.com.
E-mail us anytime at info@notaminidobe.com.
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