Temperament
Spirited, Alert, Loyal, Vocal.
Health problems to know about
- Diabetes mellitus
- Patellar luxation
- Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Epilepsy
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
Up to an hour a day of walks and play in a fenced area. Brush a few times a week and pluck stray long hairs around the eyes and ears. Keep weight in check and learn the early signs of diabetes, such as drinking and peeing more.
A good fit for
Flat or town dwellers, families with older children, and owners who want a portable dog with real terrier character.
Probably not ideal for
Homes with hamsters or other small pets, households with a dog of the same sex, and people bothered by barking.
Sources
Popularity: AKC 2025 registration rankings (US); Royal Kennel Club 2025 registrations (UK, ranked by us). Breed traits are tendencies, not guarantees. Individual dogs vary, and mixed breeds and rescues can be wonderful fits too.
