The English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) Club

The Only Official Club Recognised by the Kennel Club est. 1938

The English Toy Terrier (Black And Tan) Club was formed in 1938 and celebrated its 80th Anniversary in 2018. The main aim of the club is to encourage breeding and judging in accordance with the recognised standard of the breed and to do everything in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed.

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About the Breed

Often called the “ETT” for short is Britain’s oldest native toy breed.
They are on The Kennel Club’s vulnerable breed list with about 100 per year bred.

Breed Standard

A Breed Standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance including the correct colour of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function.Learn More »

Health & Welfare

English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) are generally a healthy breed but are known to suffer from a few health issues which are quite rare thanks to careful health screening by responsible breeders.Learn More »

Breed History

Formally known as the Black and Tan Terrier, the English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) ETT has possibly been around since the 1500’s. Learn More »

Buying a Puppy

Owning an English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) ETT is decision that brings many rewards with it. These can include a healthier lifestyle, improved sociability and sense of community, as well as companionship.Learn More »

Latest News

Check out our latest new including show results and general club updates

22Sep

The ETT Calendars 2021

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Work is now getting underway on the preparation of the ETT Calendars for 2021.  This year there will be... read more

01Sep

Thumbprints 2020

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Although the activities of the Club have been severely curtailed as a result of the Covid19 Pandemic it is... read more

24Aug

ETT ( Black & Tan) Club – 2020 Championship Show.

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After careful consideration the Club Committee have taken the decision that the 2020 Club Championship Show cannot proceed as... read more

Individual sections of the site provide practical details of the breed standard, breeders and puppies, health and welfare issues, judges and judges training, shows results and upcoming shows. It also includes a range of downloads, articles on the breed history written by club members, and an extensive photo archive stretching back to the 1880’s

Future Events

Up and Coming Events in the English Toy Terrier diary include