Welcome! If you’re interested in learning more about the traits and characteristics of Manchester Terriers, you’ve come to the right place.
Maximal Toy Manchester Terriers is located in the scenic hills of Northern New Jersey and has more than 30 years of experience with this loyal and adaptable small terrier.
Are Manchester Terriers the right breed for you?
If you’re looking for a small breed dog that is loving, clean, sturdy, and healthy, Toy Manchester Terriers might be right for you!
Toy Manchester Terriers are versatile and suited for a variety of lifestyles – from a studio apartment in Manhattan, to a quiet rural setting, and everything in between.
A little about Maximal Manchester Terriers
We are members of the American Manchester Terrier Club (AMTC), the AKC-recognized parent club for the Manchester Terrier in the United States. Michelle is active on the AMTC Board, Rescue, Health and Breeder Mentor Committees. You can read more about Michelle’s background here. Maximal is a registered name with the American Kennel Club and we are AKC Breeders of Merit.
We treat our dogs like family and we hope you do too!
They enjoy living in our house, romping in our large backyard, sleeping on the furniture and the bed, and we take them all kinds of places to ensure proper socialization and enrichment outside the home. We are heavily involved in the sport of purebred dogs to give back to the breed and the sport that has given us so much, to prove the quality of our dogs and to preserve this loving and intensely loyal breed. Even though our dogs have earned top accolades in the dog show world, we view them as our pets and nothing makes us happier than to see our families giving their Toy Manchester Terriers as much care and love as we give ours.
Learn more about this rare and beautiful breed
- Browse Frequently Asked Questions about Manchester Terriers.
- Read about the differences between Toy Manchester Terriers and Min Pins and other common breed comparisons.
- Learn how to get a Manchester Terrier.
- View our Complete Guide to Manchester Terriers
- Don’t forget to check out our resources for pet owners
Toy Manchester Terriers Excel at Dog Sports
Unlike many smaller breeds, Toy Manchester Terriers are not fragile. You won’t hear stories of them jumping off the couch and breaking their leg. Toy Manchester Terriers are well-suited to dog sports because they are small, fast, and easy to train. They excel at FAST CAT, coursing ability, Barn Hunt, Earthdog, agility, and rally. They are easy to groom and don’t require a lot of maintenance which makes it easy to go from the conformation right to the FAST CAT course without having to worry about grooming.
If you’re interested in learning how to show your dog, Toy Manchester Terriers are a great breed to get you started. They don’t require a lot of grooming and grooming equipment, most of those who show their dogs are owner handlers, and there is a great sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship.
English Toy Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier?
You may have come to this page while looking for information on English Toy Terriers. What is the difference between Toy Manchester Terriers and an English Toy Terriers? The simplest explanation is that there is none. Toy Manchester Terriers are called English Toy Terriers in some parts of the world, such as the UK and Australia.
Questions?
If you have any questions about Manchester Terriers, I am always happy to help!
