| Country of origin: | Great Britain |
| Registries: | AKC, UKC, CKC |
| Occupation: | Vermin hunter |
| Size: | Toy: no height standard; up to 12 lbs Standard: no height standard; 12 to 22 lbs |
| Longevity: | 12 to 14 years |
| Exercise: | Moderate |
| Training: | Moderate |
| Grooming: | Easy |
| Colors: | Black and tan |
Black-and-tan terriers have been known in Britain since since the Middle Ages. In the 19th century, a Manchester breeder named John Hulme crossed them with Whippets to produce this athletic breed, which became immensely popular as the “English Gentleman’s Terrier”. It was then exported to Europe and North America. Prized as a ratter, its numbers waned with the decline of rat-baiting, and it is now rare. This terrier’s independent streak, combined with a tendency to snap first and ask questions later, make it a challenging choice.