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Dandie DinmontThe Dandie Dinmont originated in Scotland, UK. Dandie Dinmont is a character in a novel by Sir Walter Scott, a Scottish writer. In the book, "Guy Mannering," Dandie Dinmont is a farmer with 6 dogs. He calls them all Pepper or Mustard. Auld Pepper, Young Pepper, Little Pepper, etc. Some Dandie Dinmont dogs today have the coloring called pepper (bluish black or silver gray) or mustard (golden or reddish brown, or fawn). They have been called Pepper and Mustard terriers. The book was published in 1814 but the dogs were probably around for many years before the book was published. The breed's origins are obscure. Sir Walter Scott's family home is in the rural border regions of Scotland/England, and he probably based his novel on the type of dogs he saw on farms on the Teviotdale hills to keep down vermin. The Dandie Dinmont is said to be the first breed to be nemad a "terrier" - a breed adept at unearthing animals from burrows. Hounds - otter hound in particular - may have been crossed with terriers, thus explaining the pendulous ears. They are thought to share a common ancestry with the Bedlington terrier, which is named after a town called Bedlington. A breed standard was drawn up in 1875 in Scotland. Dandie Dinmonts are small, appealing dogs that make devoted pets. They have long bodies, short legs, and tousled coats. Their cute looks belie their fiesty nature! They are brave dogs who are unafraid of standing up to bigger dogs. They can be difficult to train, so Dandie Dinmont puppies should be taken to a puppy socialising class. Puppies should not be allowed to jump from heights, as this can damage the knees or spine. The head is dome-shaped, with a hat of fur. How the different breeds of dogs developed Height at shoulder: 8 - 11" Weight: 18 - 24 lbs Coat: harsh. Regular brushing helps to keep the dog looking dandy.
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