Biewer Terrier
The Biewer Terrier is a miniature companion dog with a silky tri-colour coat, developed in Germany in the 1980s from Yorkshire Terriers. Cheerful, affectionate and sociable, it bonds quickly with its owner.
Weight
2–3 kg
Height at withers
20–28 cm
Life expectancy
12–16 years
Size
extra small
Activity
moderate
Shedding
low
Barking tendency
moderate
Apartment friendly
Excellent for an apartment: tiny, needs little exercise; do not leave alone for long.
Care
Brush daily to prevent mats, bathe every 2–3 weeks and trim hair around the eyes and paws. Brush teeth several times a week; short playful walks are enough.
Health
Progressive retinal atrophy, patellar luxation, liver shunt, puppy hypoglycaemia, dental disease
Coat
Long silky tri-colour coat (white, black, gold) with no undercoat
Travel
Travels best in a carrier or in arms; watch the temperature and stop often
Carrier size
A very small dog: an XS–S carrier works; in-cabin on flights is usually allowed up to about 8 kg including the carrier — check the airline rules in advance
Harness size
Choose a harness by chest girth, usually 30–42 cm; try it on before buying
Leash
A 1.5 m leash; a harness is better than a collar — a tiny dog's neck is delicate
Airline cabin travel
usually allowed
Hani Walk — walk tracking, a digital pet passport and vaccination reminders, always at hand in the app.