Mustard & Pepper Fall 2022

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier The True Story of Scotland’s Forgotten Breed By Mike Macbeth and Paul Keevil

An authoritative and meticulously researched hardcover book on the history, development, social influence, and legacy of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier was officially launched on Thursday July 21st at DD - 2022 in Scotland. All 270 full colour pages contain astonishing new information and remarkable images, and corrects many of the myths about the Dandie that have been perpetuated over the years. Examples of these new discoveries include the possible origins of the Dandie Dinmont; the revelation

that Sir Walter Scott was one of the most important early breeders; the only image of a dog actually bred by him; and compelling evidence that Greyfriar ’ s Bobby was not a Skye Terrier but a purebred Dandie Dinmont. This disclosure caused a sensation in Britain, with every major newspaper making it a front - page story and quoting the information contained in the book. Stunningly designed, the book is a result of a journey of exploration for both authors (one in the UK, the other in Canada). The two contributors ’ diverse skills and complementary expertise combined seamlessly with their passion for Dandie history. Paul Keevil is a professional art dealer with expertise in early Dandie paintings. Mike Macbeth is an award - winning investigative journalist, a well - known breeder and an international judge. Both were recently awarded honorary membership in the DDTCA. During the two major Dandie events in Scotland that they organized in 2015 and 2107, new information kept luring them down fresh paths of discovery until a revised history of the breed emerged. Every fact has gone back as far as possible to the source material and each image selected for its importance, beauty, and relevance to the text. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier—The True Story of Scotland ’ s Forgotten Breed, is priced at $94.95, and available at https://www.blurb.com/b/11198883 - the - dandie - dinmont - terrier. For further information contact Mike Macbeth at mike@dinmont.ca.

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