Other Names
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Origin
Great Britain, 1700s

Use Today
Companion

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 13-14 years of age

Weight & Height
16-18 Pounds & 15 Inches

Known Health Problems
Cushing's Disease, Deafness, Hipy Dysplasia, Legg-Perthes Disease, Luxating Patellas, Skin Allergies.

Physical Description
Small, strong dog withe a short back and square build. The skull is flat and narrow and the foreface gradually tapers from the eyes to the muzzle. The muzzle is equal in length to the skull and with a strong jaw and black nose. Eyes are small and deepset and the ears are v-shaped button ears that are semi-erect with the tops folding forward. The tail is held erect.

Temperment
Lively and alert.. Friendly & fearless. It will bark at strangers thus making it a great watchdog. May be difficult to train. They tend to not do well with other animals as they may attack them.

Living Conditions
Will do ok in an apartment

Grooming
Occasional Brushing

Exercise
Needs a great amount of exercise daily

Coat Texture
Short, hard coat

Coat Colors
White, White/Tan, Black/Tan/White White/Tan

Puppies
3-6 pups per litter

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club