KARMA
Havanese & Biewer Terriers
Located in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware.
BIEWER TERRIER
Healthy
Beautiful
The Biewer Terrier is a fairly new breed recognized by AKC in 2021 using the technology of DNA to establish them as a pure breed. They are a small, elegant toy breed known for its playful spirit, affectionate nature, and striking tri-colored coat. Originally developed in Germany in the 1980s, this breed is closely related to the Yorkshire Terrier but stands out with its unique coloring and cheerful personality. Small in size but big on personality, this breed brings warmth and love into any home. Biewer Terriers thrive on connection—they’re affectionate, playful, and form deep bonds with their humans. With moderate exercise and grooming needs, the Biewer Terrier is a charming companion for anyone looking to add joy and energy to their life.
Comprehensive Breed Profile
All About Biewer Terriers
Size
Biewer Terriers are considered small with an average weight range of 4-8 pounds and measuring height of 7-11 inches at the shoulders. Although small is size they have big loving personalities to fill up a house, condo, or apartment. Biewer Terriers are very smart with potty training to use a litter box or going outside to potty. They are an ideal choice for a family home or single living style. Definitely easy traveling with a soft carrier or crate.
Training
Biewer Terriers are intelligent, quick learners with training. They have a fun-loving childlike attitude that makes them a great companion, so lots of praise with appropriate rewards during training is sure to be successful.
Haircare
Yes due to Biewer Terriers having no undercoat, they are non-shedding and hypoallergenic, with hair instead of fur. So people with allergy sensitivities can enjoy this small sized breed besides the bonus of less hair to clean up in your home. If the hair is kept long, then they do require regular brushing, washing, and grooming.
Lifespan
Biewer Terriers average lifespan is 15+ years, given lots of loving care with good food. Wholesome natural food diet and limited exposure to toxic substances can be great benefit to extending the life. Low quality food and toxic substances are often associated with many health conditions that shorten a dog's life.
Health
The small size of the Biewer Terrier can create health issues that do arise commonly associated with all small toy breeds. Maintaining a healthly weight with correct balanced food will extend a happy long life. Protection from the elements of weather and wearing a harness is recommended for comfort during walks. Holistic healthcare can help decrease the chances of developing health issues with all breeds.
History
Biewer Terriers are reported to begin in the 1980s with the birth of a unique tricolor puppy born at the German home of Werner & Gertrude Biewer who were established Yorkshire breeders. Later they selectively bred this dog with other Yorkies to develop the new breed mutation while referring to them as Biewer Yorkshire Terriers and working towards having them recognized as pure bred. American dog fanciers began importing from Gemany in the early 2000s and through DNA science Biewer Terriers were recognized by AKC in 2021.
