Are Biewer Terriers easy to train?

Biewer Terriers have moderate trainability. They are known for being playful, whimsical, loyal. They benefit from consistent, patient training methods.

Are Biewer Terriers good with children?

Biewer Terriers have high compatibility with children. As with any breed, supervision and proper introductions are recommended.

How much exercise does a Biewer Terrier need?

Biewer Terriers have moderate energy levels. 30 minutes daily. Walks and indoor play.

How long do Biewer Terriers live?

The average lifespan of a Biewer Terrier is 14-16 years with proper care, nutrition, and regular veterinary check-ups.

Toy group · Germany

Biewer Terrier

Also called Biewer Yorkshire Terrier, Biewer Yorkie, Biewer a la Pom Pon.

What makes them remarkable

This tricolour breed began with piebald Yorkshire Terrier puppies bred by the Biewer family in Germany.

Playful
Whimsical
Loyal
Friendly
Devoted

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Size: Toy
Weight: 2 to 4 kg4 to 8 lb
Lives: 14 to 16 years
Energy: Moderate
Trains: Moderate
Barks: Moderate

Training

Training a Biewer Terrier

Toy breeds. Train them like a dog, not an ornament. Small dogs skip the manners work because they can be picked up.

Consistent Routine
Start here
Thrives on routine. Establish consistent training schedule from puppyhood.
Rewards first
Responds best when the right choice pays. Food and praise both work.
Socialisation Important
Friendly by nature but benefits from early socialisation to maintain confidence.

The app turns this into five to fifteen minutes a day.

Add your Biewer Terrier and it builds the plan around their age, where they came from and what they already know, one step at a time.

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Free to start. iPhone. No card needed.

At home

Living with one

Bred for company. Small in body, and often bigger in personality than the owner expected.

Gets on with

ChildrenHigh
Other dogsHigh
StrangersHigh
CatsHigh

Breed averages. Early socialisation and the individual dog matter more.

Exercise: 30 minutes daily. Walks and indoor play.
Grooming: High maintenance. Daily brushing for long coat. Regular professional grooming recommended.
Drool: Very Low
Coat: Long, Silky, Single coatWhite with Black and Gold, White with Blue and Gold
In a flat: Can work, with enough exercise outside it.

Health

Things to ask a breeder or vet about

Luxating Patella
Moderate
Kneecap problems common in small breeds
Hypoglycemia
Moderate
Low blood sugar, especially in puppies
GI Sensitivity
Mild
Sensitive digestive system requiring careful diet

Where they come from

History

Developed in Germany in 1984 by Werner and Gertrud Biewer from Yorkshire Terriers carrying the piebald gene. One of the newest AKC-recognised breeds (2021).