The Dandie Dinmont Terrier has a unique look that requires regular grooming. His coat must be scissored and shaped every four to six weeks to maintain its distinctive appearance. The good news is that the coat doesn’t shed much.

The Dandie is a very affectionate dog, and he is at his happiest when he can be with his family. This, along with his ability to be a great watchdog, makes him an ideal family dog for families that love small dogs.

A new discovery centre in the Borders hopes to help boost numbers of one of the world’s rarest types of dog. With only about 100 Kennel Club puppy registrations a year, the Dandie Dinmont terrier has been put on its list of vulnerable native breeds.

18 – 24 lbsAdult

The Dandie Dinmont terrier is friendly, playful and devoted. Not a pack animal by nature, this dog will usually bond to one person, although he can fit in nicely as a member of a family. The Dandie is an alert watchdog and, while not high strung or noisy, gives a surprisingly loud bark.

Dandie Dinmonts are unusual looking dogs that unfortunately are becoming rare. They have large, domed heads, with large, dark eyes that are set low in the front of the head. Their long ears are set low on the skull and fringed at their tips. Dandies have large chests and long backs.

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Purchasing a Dandie Dinmont Terrier puppy from decent breeders can be too expensive. Based upon their breeding, they generally cost you around $1,500 to $3,000.

Dogs That Don’t Shed: 50 Best Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds for Families

• Scottish Terrier. An ideal smaller dog, the Scottish terrier only requires trimming twice yearly.
• Standard Schnauzer.
• Maltese.
• Standard Poodle.
• Yorkshire Terrier.
• Brussels Griffon.
• Italian Greyhound.
• Norwich Terrier.

These are the American Kennel Club’s recommended breeds for allergy sufferers:

• Afghan Hound.
• American Hairless Terrier.
• Bedlington Terrier.
• Bichon Frise.
• Chinese Crested.
• Coton de Tulear.
• Giant Schnauzer.
• Havanese.

Best: The Bichon Frise and Labradoodle Are Great Hypoallergenic Dogs. Both the labradoodle and the bichon frise are often recommended for people with dog allergies because of their easy-to-maintain coats. Labradoodles with wool-like hair may not pick up as many outdoor allergens as other breeds.