Andalusian Terrier, Sherry Terrier
Key facts
| FCI group | 3. Terriers |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Spain |
| Category | Small |
| Weight | 8–12 kg |
Recognition features
- White coat with black and tan patches, mainly on the head
- Very short dense coat on thin skin
- Triangular ears; tails may be short or absent from birth
Purpose
Andalusian working terrier used against rats, mice and other vermin, and occasionally rabbits and hares.
History
The breed descends from old Smooth Fox Terrier lines brought to the Jerez region by British wine-trading companies in the 19th century, which blended with local dogs and hunted rodents in cellars, warehouses and stables. The mostly white coat was selected to make the dog visible in the dark.
Coat
Very short, dense and even; predominantly white with black spots and tan points.
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