Energy
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Good with kids
Flat-friendly
Temperament
Spirited, Gentle, Bold, Calm.
Health problems to know about
- Progressive retinal atrophy (crd3)
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow problems in growing puppies
- Degenerative myelopathy
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
A daily walk and some play. Avoid jumping and stairs while young to protect the front legs. Brush weekly and hand-strip a couple of times a year.
A good fit for
Town or country homes, adults and older children, people who like a terrier that is less noisy.
Probably not ideal for
Homes with cats or small pets, and owners wanting instant obedience.
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.
