This dandy little terrier has a literary heritage.
Height: 8 to 11 inches at shoulder Weight: 18 to 24 pounds Coat: soft and crisp Life span: 12 to 15 years Breed Group: Terriers
Dandie Dinmont Terriers originally were bred to hunt otter and badger. Nicknamed the gentleman of the terrier family, he is calm and reserved, yet retains his terrier tenacity and love of the hunt. His small size and moderate exercise needs make him well suited to both city and country homes.