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| Breed: Dandie Dinmont Terrier |  |
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| Country of Origin | Great Britain |
| Type of coat | Soft, linty undercoat and harder topcoat, not wiry and feeling crisp to the hand. |
| Grooming | Regular grooming with a pin brush three times a week. Loose hair if left will soon mat. |
| Average height | 8 - 11 inches |
| Average weight | 18 - 24 lbs. |
| Activity level | High, he is happiest when busy. |
| Watchdog | Medium, announces visitors but does not become aggressive. |
| Protection | Low |
| Intelligence | Smart, but not always obedient. He excels in obedience, tracking and agility. |
| Trainability | Training of the young should be sympathetic, never harsh as he is a sensitive dog. |
| Compatibility with children | Yes, get along well with children who are older than 10. |
| Character | Independent, lively |
| Ideal home environment | Apartment is ok, home with a backyard |
| Ideal owner | Lots of human companionship. |
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