Bodeguero Andaluz

The Bodeguero Andaluz hasn't been recognized by major kennel clubs--but this breed is definitely a terrier type, as it was developed in Spain by crossing Fox Terriers with other similar breeds. These scrappy, active little dogs will be good pets for the right families--but their terrier instincts mean they'll need plenty of training and supervision.

A few Bodeguero Andaluz facts: they're small-sized, averaging 15 inches at the shoulders in height and 16 pounds in weight; they have short, smooth coats that shed moderately; and they're extremely energetic, and will require a relatively good bit of exercise.

Some advantages and drawbacks to owning a Perro Ratonero Bodeguero:

This fairly uncommon breed is often called the Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz cachorro, which loosely translates to "Andalusian wine buzzard dog." The reason for the name: the breed was developed in the Andalusia region of Spain, where winemakers utilized these dogs to hunt vermin in their wine cellars. And these terriers are built exactly for mouse-busting: they're usually 14-16 inches tall and 14-18 pounds, with lean, agile bodies very much like the Jack Russell Terrier. (In fact, the Bodeguero Andaluz is so similar to the JRT that it's sometimes called the "Spanish Jack Russell.")

The Bodeguero Andaluz is every bit a terrier when it comes to behavior as well. These dogs are active, intelligent, scrappy, and often stubborn; they'll get along pretty well with family members--but like most terriers, they'll try to "rule the roost" if allowed. Owners will need to teach their Bodeguero Andaluz dogs respect by introducing training and socialization early in their lives. That said, a well-behaved Bodeguero will get along with kids and other pets, especially if they're raised together.
They're also alert and loyal, and will make pretty good watchdogs. Plus, they don't shed too much, so owners won't spend all their time cleaning up dog hair!

One thing the Bodeguero is, though, is energetic. Though fairly small, the breed is incredibly active, and will require some exercise on a daily basis.

The Ratonero Bodeguero Andaluz is fairly consistent in body type, size, and coat. Physical features like head size, leg length, or tail length may vary in individual dogs, but these are naturally occurring and don't signify a specific sub-type.

The Bodeguero coat--short, smooth, and mostly white--is also consistent in length, texture, and color.

Nor does size vary much in these dogs. Even so, breeders can use selective breeding techniques to develop a small Bodeguero Andaluz, and market a "Miniature Bodeguero" (or "Bodeguero Andaluz mini") for sale--and while smaller, a Mini Bodeguero Andaluz is not a true breed variation.