Manchester Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Lowchen has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Manchester Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lowchens are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Devoted
Quiet
Intelligent
Alert
Discerning
Loyal

Active
Friendly
Playful
Familiar
Happy

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Bichon Frise, Bolognese, Maltese, Havanese

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1500s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Fawn

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Silver
Brindle
Sable
Red

Manchester Terriers have short coats.

Lowchens have medium-length coats.

A Manchester Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Lowchen can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Lens Luxation
Hydrocephalus

Patellar Luxation
Diabetes

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye
Dna For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Heart
Hips
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Manchester Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Lowchens are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Manchester Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Lowchens need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Manchester Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Lowchens have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Manchester Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Lowchen dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Manchester Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Lowchen dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Speak, Eating Snacks

Walking, Petting, Walk, Play

In general most Manchester Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Lowchens usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Manchester Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Lowchens have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-22 pound (3 - 10 kg) Manchester Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-18 pound (4 - 8 kg) Lowchen feed 1.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Manchester Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Lowchen is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Manchester Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Lowchen is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Manchester Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lowchen has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Manchester Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Lowchens are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Manchester Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lowchens are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Manchester Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Lowchens are highly friendly around strangers.

Manchester Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Lowchens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Manchester Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Lowchens are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.