Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Temperament
Independent, Proud, Smart
[3]Background and classification
A working terrier from the Scottish–English border, named after a character in the 1814 novel Guy Mannering, an unusual literary origin for a breed name.
[1]Appearance and coat
A long low body and short strong legs contrast with a head covered in abundant silky hair and widely set large eyes. The topknot differs in texture from its weather-resistant body coat.
[1]Coat and comparisons
Pepper ranges from bluish black to silvery grey, while mustard runs from reddish brown to pale fawn. Their topknots are silvery white and creamy white respectively, contrasting with body and legs.
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