English Toy Terrier
A tiny black-and-tan terrier: elegant, smart, and affectionate, an apartment companion.
- Lifespan
- 14–16 years
- Weight
- 2.7–3.6 kg
- Height
- 25–30 cm
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Pros
- Ideal for a small apartment
- Needs almost no grooming
- Easy to train
Keep in mind
- Fragile and risky with small children
- Gets cold easily
Living together
- Walk in a coat or sweater in cold weather
- Socialize gently from puppyhood
Traits
Life at home
Apartment-friendly
Noise level
Tolerates being alone
Size
Character
Good with children
Good with other pets
Calm temperament
Trainability
Beginner-friendly
Activity, care and costs
Exercise needs
Grooming needs
Shedding
Cost of ownership
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