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My husband and I rescued a dog which seems to be a Manchester Terrier. There is a high possibility that we will keep her if we can't find her owners. I have done a general search on this breed because I'm not familiar with it.
Does anyone have a Manchester Terrier or have trained one that could give me some tips or additional information on the breed?
Applause, applause for rescuing a dog! We had a Manchester Terrier/chih mix when I was growing up and she the sweetest dog and my best friend. I hope everything works out for the best, whether you find the owner or you find yourself a new best friend. We would love to see pictures!
I'm not sure who I'm happier for: you or the Terrier.
I did some limited reading on this breed a while back. They do become territorial, (what dog doesn't?), and will protect family and home. They will become attached too, and don't like to be left alone. Some will bark at most everything, I would think that could be cured with consistent training and lots of affection. That's the only thing that steered me away from considering one. Otherwise, they don't make as big a "mess" as say, a doberman or German Shepherd. The short hair is a plus, as they don't shed much, if at all. Not sure if they are good with children; again, that might be something you could change with an individual dog. Highly intelligent, alert, and loyal. Again, what dog isn't? My best to you and your new companion.
. Manchesters have Roached Backs Minpins have straight backs. Beyond that no clue LOL
No, that is not true, at all. Manchesters will be penalized severely for a roached back. Below is from the official AKC breed standard...
The slightly arched neck should be slim and graceful, and of moderate length. It gradually becomes larger as it approaches, and blends smoothly with the sloping shoulders. Throatiness is undesirable. The topline shows a slight arch over the robust loins falling slightly to the tail set. A flat back or roached back is to be severely penalized. The chest is narrow between the legs and deep in the brisket. The forechest is moderately defined. The ribs are well sprung, but flattened in the lower end to permit clearance of the forelegs. The abdomen should be tucked up extending in an arched line from the deep brisket. The taper style tail is moderately short reaching no further than the hock joint. It is set on at the end of the croup. Being thicker where it joins the body, the tail tapers to a point. The tail is carried in a slight upward curve, but never over the back.
I'm not sure who I'm happier for: you or the Terrier.
I did some limited reading on this breed a while back. They do become territorial, (what dog doesn't?), and will protect family and home. They will become attached too, and don't like to be left alone. Some will bark at most everything, I would think that could be cured with consistent training and lots of affection. That's the only thing that steered me away from considering one. Otherwise, they don't make as big a "mess" as say, a doberman or German Shepherd. The short hair is a plus, as they don't shed much, if at all. Not sure if they are good with children; again, that might be something you could change with an individual dog. Highly intelligent, alert, and loyal. Again, what dog isn't? My best to you and your new companion.
I agree with my fellow posters above - Pictures!!
I figured I'd update ya'll on my OP. She is officialy a new member of our family and her name is Reese We recently found out that she doesn't like the DVD player or printer. When I eject the DVD, she goes bazerk and barks at it :-P and the same with the printer. We have a cat as well, and they seem to tolerate each other, even though Reese is more affraid of the cat more than the cat is affraid of Reese, LOL.
She is a cuddle bug, loves to be in your lap or against you in some way when laying down. She's still young, she chases her tail, and doesn't really play with any plush toys, unless you engage her. She has some tension with her food and treats, but other than that, no actual food aggression. Our cat is a food hog, and tries to eat out of the same bowl, and Reese growls at her.
We named her Reese because she is chocolate brown and tan, just like a Reeses Peanut Butter Cup and is learning her name quickly. From the pictures I've included, she's made herself at home without an issue, and goes crazy for car rides. Just this morning, my husband went to take her outside without shoes, and he said that she turned around grabbed a shoe and brought it to him She's obviously very smart as well!
The next adventure for Reese is vaccinations and being spayed. So I hope ya'll enjoy the pictures!
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We recently found out that she doesn't like the DVD player or printer. When I eject the DVD, she goes bazerk and barks at it :-P and the same with the printer. We have a cat as well, and they seem to tolerate each other, even though Reese is more affraid of the cat more than the cat is affraid of Reese, LOL. 
