Dandie Dinmont Terrier
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Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Compare Dandie Dinmont Terrier and Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 28 cm
43 – 55 cm
Weight
8 – 11 kg
19 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Great with kids
Small
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Small, long-backed terrier with a distinctive silky topknot, the Dandie Dinmont is calm and affectionate at home but brave and determined outdoors. Originally bred to hunt otters and badgers, it has a low-shedding, high-maintenance coat and is rare, making responsible breeding vital.
About Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Medium-sized herding dog from Catalonia with a rustic, shaggy double coat and expressive eyes. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Intelligent, observant and naturally guarding, it needs daily exercise, mental work and regular but simple grooming.
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