Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed description: Character & Co

What are typical character traits of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is considered to be courageous and eager to work. He is extremely intelligent, determined and persistent. Nevertheless, he is very affectionate, extremely loyal and usually in a good mood. He wants to be everywhere and is the ideal companion dog for adults. Towards strangers or children, however, he is rather sceptical or reserved. Towards other dogs the Dandie Dinmont is friendly and does not start fights. He is a fearless opponent when upset, but rarely barks without reason. Before acting or responding to commands, he seems to first consider whether obedience is worthwhile. Nevertheless, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier can be trained with patience and consistency.

What are typical diseases of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

The Dandie Dinmont is prone to obesity and joint damage. Chondrodysplasia is manifested by impaired cartilage formation. This can prematurely terminate length growth on the limbs, which in turn can lead to herniated discs. However, genetic conditions such as hyperfunction of the adrenal cortex, hypothyroidism or cataracts are also possible.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breeding?

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not a dog breed that is widely available. Therefore, when buying a puppy, you should take a close look at the kennel to ensure that you get a lot of enjoyment from your dog. You can find an overview of reputable breeders of Dandie Dinmont Terriers on the VDH website.