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Dogs
# The English Toy Terrier: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
A small elegant English terrier, lively and courageous.
Size SmallLife expectancy 14–16 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €1,600 – €1,800
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=english-toy-terrier)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs Moderate
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Compact format: Its small size makes life easier indoors and for everyday travel.
- Easy maintenance: Its short, dense coat requires little care compared to more heavily coated breeds.
- Lively temperament: It brings energy, courage, and a pleasant playful side for the family.
- Strong hunting instinct: Living with rodents or very small animals is not recommended.
- Not the easiest to start with: Its training requires consistency and early socialization.
- Sensitivity to extreme temperatures: Its short coat offers little protection from intense cold as well as from high heat.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Apartment living: He adapts well to small spaces if his daily outings are respected.
- Present and consistent owners: He appreciates a stable educational framework and regular interactions.
- Homes without rodents: His past as a ratter makes him better suited to homes without small prey animals.
Not recommended for
- Homes with rodents: Its chasing instinct can greatly complicate living together.
- Very sedentary people: Even small, it needs walks and stimulation every day.
- Owners looking for a very easy dog: Its liveliness and terrier temperament require real commitment to training.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
28 cmEnglish Toy Terrier
- Height at the withers
- 25–30 cm
- Weight
- 3–4 kg
- Coat
- Short, dense and close
- FCI group
- 3
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the English Toy Terrier in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The English Toy Terrier probably descends from the Manchester Terrier, of which it represents a miniature form. Developed in the 19e century in Great Britain, it was first appreciated as a ratter dog before becoming a sought-after companion in affluent households. The breed then saw its numbers decline to the point of being considered a vulnerable native breed in the United Kingdom, which explains its current rarity, notably in France.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The English Toy Terrier is a small, well-proportioned dog, compact and elegant. Its silhouette shows clean lines, a slightly arched back, a raised loin and a narrow, high chest. Its head is long, narrow and wedge-shaped, with well-carried erect ears. The coat is short, dense, close and glossy, clearly defined black and tan in color.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Lively, courageous and cheerful, the English Toy Terrier retains the alert temperament of terriers while remaining a pleasant companion dog. It is obedient, fairly affectionate with its family and playful on a daily basis. Its past as a ratter nevertheless leaves it with a strong hunting instinct towards small animals.
Easy to train
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
This small dog adapts well to different lifestyles if it benefits from daily walks and attention. It can live in an apartment thanks to its compact size, but it needs stimulation and regular interactions to remain balanced. Cohabitation with rodents is not recommended due to its chasing instinct.
Training
## Training and socialization
Early training and careful socialization are recommended. The English Toy Terrier responds well to consistent, firm and calm handling, without brutality or power struggle. Short, regular and motivating sessions suit its lively temperament well.
Budget
## Price and budget for the English Toy Terrier
The purchase price of the English Toy Terrier mainly reflects the rarity of the breed, the quality of the breeding and the seriousness of the selection. In France, it remains uncommon and often requires turning to specialized breeders.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-toy-terrier/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
Despite its small size, the English Toy Terrier enjoys overall rather robust health. Its lifestyle, its diet and regular veterinary follow-up play an important role in preserving its good overall balance.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-toy-terrier/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
A complete, digestible and well-balanced diet is important to support this small active dog without encouraging excesses. The quality of the ingredients and adjusting portions to its size are essential.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-toy-terrier/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
A rare breed, the English Toy Terrier is considered in the United Kingdom as a vulnerable native breed. Its history is also linked to the old rat-hunting contests, before it established itself mainly as an elegant and distinguished companion dog.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the English Toy Terrier
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the English Toy Terrier live in an apartment?
Yes, it can live well in an apartment thanks to its small size, provided it gets daily walks and a minimum of stimulation.
### Does the English Toy Terrier get along with other animals?
Living together can be more delicate with small animals, particularly rodents, as the breed retains a hunting instinct inherited from its past as a ratter.
## Find a English Toy Terrier breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most English Toy Terrier breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### English Toy Terrier breeders by country
[10 breeders of English Toy Terrier in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/germany) [3 breeders of English Toy Terrier in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/denmark) [3 breeders of English Toy Terrier in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/finland) [3 breeders of English Toy Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier) [3 breeders of English Toy Terrier in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/italy) [2 breeders of English Toy Terrier in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/austria) [2 breeders of English Toy Terrier in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/switzerland) [1 breeder of English Toy Terrier in Croatia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier/croatia)
[All breeders of English Toy Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier)
## Ready to welcome a English Toy Terrier?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-toy-terrier)
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