DANDIE DINMONT TARTAN COLLECTION

The Dandie Tartan

Dandie Dinmont Terriers are unique in so many ways, not least because they have their very own tartan. Back in 2013, things were looking bleak for the breed, with only 316 puppies born worldwide that year.

In February 2015, 75 breed enthusiasts from eight different countries gathered in the Borders for a three-day event, joined by 50 rare and endangered Dandie Dinmonts. The aim was to celebrate the breed’s heritage and mark the 200th anniversary of Guy Mannering—the novel by Sir Walter Scott that gave the Dandies their name. Just as important was the conversation about how to protect this vulnerable breed and raise awareness about its uncertain future.

One of the big outcomes from that gathering was the support of Richard Scott, the 10th Duke of Buccleuch and Chief of Clan Scott. He gave his blessing for the black and white tartan that Sir Walter Scott wore privately at Abbotsford to become the official tartan of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

This made the Dandie Dinmont the only dog breed with its own Clan Chief-approved tartan, and the Duke also encouraged Dandie owners and fans to wear the black and white tartan with pride.

Scotch Tweed of Selkirk was chosen as the sole recommended supplier to provide Dandie lovers with the authentic Scott Private Tartan. Our family-run company launched the Dandie Dinmont Collection, offering a range of high-quality woven accessories—dog coats, collars and leads, shawls, scarves and capes, blankets, bags, and even a grooming apron. This makes the Dandie Dinmont the only breed of dog with its very own fashion brand