---
title: "Manchester Terrier - temperament, price, health | Pedibase"
description: "The Manchester Terrier (United Kingdom): temperament, size, health, feeding, price, and verified breeders."
canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier"
meta:
"og:description": "The Manchester Terrier (United Kingdom): temperament, size, health, feeding, price, and verified breeders."
"og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:1200:630/el:1/q:80/f:jpg/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9185/manchester_terrier_koira_2013.jpg"
"og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you"
"og:image:height": "630"
"og:image:width": "1200"
"og:title": "Manchester Terrier - temperament, price, health"
"twitter:description": "The Manchester Terrier (United Kingdom): temperament, size, health, feeding, price, and verified breeders."
"twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:1200:630/el:1/q:80/f:jpg/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9185/manchester_terrier_koira_2013.jpg"
"twitter:title": "Manchester Terrier - temperament, price, health"
---
> Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt)
+6
Dogs
# The Manchester Terrier: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
A small elegant terrier, lively and loyal, built for an active life.
Size SmallLife expectancy 13–15 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €1,000 – €1,300
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=manchester-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 High
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Easy maintenance: Its short coat and low shedding make daily care easy to manage.
- Lively and loyal companion: He is attached to his family, cheerful and pleasant to live with in a present household.
- Compact size: Its small size makes life easier in a limited space if daily activity is ensured.
- Need for activity: He does not cope well with a life that is too sedentary and needs real physical and mental exertion.
- Hunting instinct: His ratting background requires vigilance with small domestic animals.
- Climate sensitivity: His short coat offers little protection from intense cold and he tolerates extremes poorly.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active people: He thrives with owners who can offer him outings, games and regular stimulation.
- Households looking for a small sporty dog: His compact size goes hand in hand with real terrier energy on a daily basis.
- Attentive families: He can be a good family companion in a consistent setting with sufficient presence.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary people: The breed is not suited to a lifestyle with few outings and little activity.
- Households with rodents without precautions: Its predatory instinct can complicate cohabitation with small animals.
- Life in extreme climates: It needs to be protected from severe cold as well as from extreme heat.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
41 cmManchester Terrier
- Height at the withers
- 40–41 cm
- Weight
- 5–10 kg
- Coat
- Short, smooth
- FCI group
- 3
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Manchester Terrier in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Manchester Terrier originates from the north of England, more precisely from the Manchester region. In the 19th century, it was used for hunting rats and other pests, a job in which its liveliness, speed and determination worked wonders. The breed has been recognized by the FCI since 1954.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Manchester Terrier is a small dog, compact, harmonious and built with elegance. Its head is long and well proportioned, its body is distinguished and rather short, and its coat is short, shiny, smooth and close. Its coat is black with very distinct tan markings.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Alert, active, cheerful and loyal, the Manchester Terrier is a pleasant companion for the family. It shows itself to be intelligent, well-balanced and attached to its loved ones, while retaining a true terrier temperament with liveliness and a strong presence of mind.
Affectionate Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
This dog needs daily activity and enjoys regular walks as well as games that engage its body and intelligence. It adapts to different living environments if its exercise needs are met, but its hunting instinct calls for vigilance with small animals such as rodents.
Training
## Training and socialization
The education of the Manchester Terrier is made easier by its intelligence and its desire to please. It responds well to consistent, firm handling without brutality, with early learning of the basics such as recall and regular positive reinforcement.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Manchester Terrier
The acquisition budget depends in particular on the quality of the breeding, the lineage and the availability of the breed. You must also anticipate maintenance and health costs over time.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Manchester Terrier is overall a robust and resilient dog, but the breed has certain predispositions that deserve careful monitoring throughout life. A good lifestyle, a stable weight and regular veterinary check-ups help keep it in shape.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Manchester Terrier needs a quality, balanced diet adapted to its age, size and activity level. As it can gain weight, portions must be measured regularly.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Manchester Terrier owes its name to the English city where the breed developed. Its reputation was built on its talents as a ratter, but also on its elegant appearance and its very characteristic black and tan coat.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Manchester Terrier
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Manchester Terrier suited to apartment living?
Yes, it can live in an apartment if its daily exercise needs are met and if it benefits from regular and stimulating outings.
### Does the Manchester Terrier shed a lot?
No, its shedding is low and its short coat requires simple maintenance, with weekly brushing generally sufficient.
### Is the Manchester Terrier suitable with small animals?
Cohabitation requires caution, as the breed has retained a strong hunting instinct, especially toward rodents.
## Find a Manchester Terrier breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Manchester Terrier breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Manchester Terrier breeders by country
[27 breeders of Manchester Terrier in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/germany) [4 breeders of Manchester Terrier in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/italy) [3 breeders of Manchester Terrier in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/finland) [3 breeders of Manchester Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier) [2 breeders of Manchester Terrier in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/netherlands) [1 breeder of Manchester Terrier in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/austria) [1 breeder of Manchester Terrier in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/denmark) [1 breeder of Manchester Terrier in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier/switzerland)
[All breeders of Manchester Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier)
## Ready to welcome a Manchester Terrier?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-manchester-terrier)
## Discover other breeds
[English Toy Terrier
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-toy-terrier)
[Bedlington Terrier
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bedlington-terrier)
[Border Terrier
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/border-terrier)
[Cairn Terrier
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cairn-terrier)
[Fox Terrier
](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier)
```json
{"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#website","@type":"WebSite","description":"Find dog and cat breeders near you. France's leading breeder directory, with an interactive map, breed information, and verified reviews.","inLanguage":"en","name":"Pedibase","url":"https://www.pedibase.com","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/search?q={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"publisher":{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#identity"},"translationOfWork":{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#website"}},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#webpage","description":"The Manchester Terrier (United Kingdom): temperament, size, health, feeding, price, and verified breeders.","name":"Manchester Terrier - temperament, price, health","url":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier","@type":["WebPage","FAQPage"],"breadcrumb":{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#breadcrumb"},"isPartOf":{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en#website"},"mainEntity":[{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#/schema/question/1"},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#/schema/question/2"},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#/schema/question/3"}],"potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier"]}],"primaryImageOfPage":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:1200:630/el:1/q:80/f:jpg/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9185/manchester_terrier_koira_2013.jpg","width":1200,"height":630,"inLanguage":"en","contentUrl":"https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:1200:630/el:1/q:80/f:jpg/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9185/manchester_terrier_koira_2013.jpg"}},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#identity","@type":"Organization","description":"Pedibase is a free directory of dog and cat breeders that helps prospective owners find a registered breeder near them.","email":"contact@pedibase.com","name":"Pedibase","url":"https://www.pedibase.com/","contactPoint":{"@type":"ContactPoint","contactType":"customer support","email":"contact@pedibase.com"},"logo":{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#logo"},"parentOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Aurion","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"1 rue Pasteur","postalCode":"72000","addressLocality":"Le Mans","addressCountry":"FR"}},"sameAs":["https://www.facebook.com/pedibase","https://www.instagram.com/pedibase_app"]},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#breadcrumb","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Home","item":"https://www.pedibase.com/en","position":1},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Dogs","item":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breeds","position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Manchester Terrier","position":3}]},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#/schema/question/1","@type":"Question","inLanguage":"en","name":"Is the Manchester Terrier suited to apartment living?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, it can live in an apartment if its daily exercise needs are met and if it benefits from regular and stimulating outings."}},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#/schema/question/2","@type":"Question","inLanguage":"en","name":"Does the Manchester Terrier shed a lot?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, its shedding is low and its short coat requires simple maintenance, with weekly brushing generally sufficient."}},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/manchester-terrier#/schema/question/3","@type":"Question","inLanguage":"en","name":"Is the Manchester Terrier suitable with small animals?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Cohabitation requires caution, as the breed has retained a strong hunting instinct, especially toward rodents."}},{"@id":"https://www.pedibase.com/#logo","@type":"ImageObject","caption":"Pedibase","contentUrl":"https://www.pedibase.com/logo.svg","inLanguage":"en","url":"https://www.pedibase.com/logo.svg"}]}
```