The Dogs Bone

Although once popular as a badger and fox hunter, the Dandie Dinmont is now kept mainly as a household pet.  However, they fare batter living indoors as a single pet than living with their fellows in kennels.  They do, however tend to be a little suspicious of strangers, giving  all their devotion to their owner. 

They are excellent guard dogs with a bark that should deter any burglar.  The size of this dog breed may reach a height of 11 inches at the top of the shoulder.  The ideal weight for a Dandie Dinmont in good condition is approximately 18 pounds.

Brief History:  Most Dandies can be traced back to the late 1700s, to an individual named Piper Allan, something of a character of his day.  He had two Dandie Dinmonts, called Charlie and Peachem.  Also well known is James Davidson, who was renowned for his “pepper and mustard” terriers, so called because of their color.  It was from Davidson that Sir Walter Scott Acquired his dogs, and indeed it was from a character in his novel called “Guy Mannering” that the breed received its name.

Feeding:  The Dandie Dinmont is recommended to be fed