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The Border Terrier is a small and personable breed. A friendly and trainable dog that maintains a terrier temperament.
Physical Characteristics
Small, solid build
Broad head with black nose
Dark lively eyes
Distinct whiskers and beard on face
Small V-shaped ears
Coat: Wiry, rough hair; double coat comes in red, grizzle and tan, blue and tan or wheaten
Height: 10-11 inches
Weight: 11.5-15 pounds
Average lifespan: 13-14 years
Temperament
Affectionate, lively, alert, personable, well-mannered, adaptable, friendly
Interaction with people: Good with children; wary of strangers
Interaction with animals: Good with other dogs. Has natural predatory instinct and should not be trusted with most small animals. Can get along with cats if socialized early
Level of attention needed: Doesn't like to be left alone for long periods of time
Training: Easily trained; needs early socialization to avoid timidity
At Home
OK for apartments with sufficient exercise
Needs significant daily exercise
Considerable digger - must be securely fenced
Grooming
Light shedder
Brush weekly
Bathe only when necessary
May need professional grooming throughout the year
Brief History
Exact origin unknown, but most likely native to the border region of England and Scotland
Known as the Coquetdale terrier until 1880
Developed to be large enough to keep pace with horses and small enough to trap foxes in their holes
Used to herd and protect flocks, and to drive away fox and other predators
Used today as a companion pet and farm dog
Fido's Facts
During the 18th century, border terriers had to find their own food while they worked
Also known as the Coquetdale terrier
This breed can overcome any obstacle, including wire fencing, high walls and deep burrows
Highly esteemed companion dog
The Border Terrier is a small and personable breed. A friendly and trainable dog that maintains a terrier temperament.
Physical Characteristics
Small, solid build
Broad head with black nose
Dark lively eyes
Distinct whiskers and beard on face
Small V-shaped ears
Coat: Wiry, rough hair; double coat comes in red, grizzle and tan, blue and tan or wheaten
Height: 10-11 inches
Weight: 11.5-15 pounds
Average lifespan: 13-14 years
Temperament
Affectionate, lively, alert, personable, well-mannered, adaptable, friendly
Interaction with people: Good with children; wary of strangers
Interaction with animals: Good with other dogs. Has natural predatory instinct and should not be trusted with most small animals. Can get along with cats if socialized early
Level of attention needed: Doesn't like to be left alone for long periods of time
Training: Easily trained; needs early socialization to avoid timidity
At Home
OK for apartments with sufficient exercise
Needs significant daily exercise
Considerable digger - must be securely fenced
Grooming
Light shedder
Brush weekly
Bathe only when necessary
May need professional grooming throughout the year
Brief History
Exact origin unknown, but most likely native to the border region of England and Scotland
Known as the Coquetdale terrier until 1880
Developed to be large enough to keep pace with horses and small enough to trap foxes in their holes
Used to herd and protect flocks, and to drive away fox and other predators
Used today as a companion pet and farm dog
Fido's Facts
During the 18th century, border terriers had to find their own food while they worked
Also known as the Coquetdale terrier
This breed can overcome any obstacle, including wire fencing, high walls and deep burrows
Highly esteemed companion dog
seems enough to me!
Does it convince you?
Then it's enough.
Then it's enough.
Number 1; Good with older children!
Friendly and playful, the Border Terrier is very affectionate and thrives on human interaction and attention. This breed is more placid than is typical of the other terrier breeds. They do best in a home with older considerate children. They will generally get along with other dogs but are not recommended for homes with cats or other small household pets. The Border Terrier does not do well if left alone for extended periods of time and will become destructive and bark excessively if bored or lonely. For this reason a two-career family is not an ideal situation for them. They are wary of strangers but are generally not aggressive. This breed is not recommended for the novice, apathetic or sedentary dog owner
Friendly and playful, the Border Terrier is very affectionate and thrives on human interaction and attention. This breed is more placid than is typical of the other terrier breeds. They do best in a home with older considerate children. They will generally get along with other dogs but are not recommended for homes with cats or other small household pets. The Border Terrier does not do well if left alone for extended periods of time and will become destructive and bark excessively if bored or lonely. For this reason a two-career family is not an ideal situation for them. They are wary of strangers but are generally not aggressive. This breed is not recommended for the novice, apathetic or sedentary dog owner
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If your not satisfied with the information, then go and speak to a breeder of Border Terriers and maybe even hang out with one of their dogs for few hours to see if this is the breed for you.
It's not about having enough facts. It's about making sure that the breed of dog is compatible with your lifestyle and personality.
For starters, the Border Terrier is a Terrier. I'm sure that, if you did indeed do more research than just copy/pasting off of a website, you know that a terrier is a feisty dog with lots of character and spunk. Fortunately, most of the border terriers I know are rather mellow and benign, and with my experience with them I'd rate them to be much mellower than some of it's cousins.
They do need plucking of the undercoat (again, if you researched terrier at all you'll know what this means). You can either do it yourself, which is very easy (and relaxing!), or bring it to a professional groomer.
They are very close with their family, but they can be wary of strangers. They are not necessarily aggressive, but they probably won't approach everyone with a wagging tail and begging to be petted.
They are also alright living in an apartment if they have sufficient exercise and attention.
Being a less-popular breed, they can be quite expensive to buy. Find a reputable breeder or search your local shelter or purebred rescues.
Every dog is different; what you find in your research can be totally contradictory to the real dog.
However, just copy/pasting off of Webvet.com is not sufficient, I'm afraid.
For starters, the Border Terrier is a Terrier. I'm sure that, if you did indeed do more research than just copy/pasting off of a website, you know that a terrier is a feisty dog with lots of character and spunk. Fortunately, most of the border terriers I know are rather mellow and benign, and with my experience with them I'd rate them to be much mellower than some of it's cousins.
They do need plucking of the undercoat (again, if you researched terrier at all you'll know what this means). You can either do it yourself, which is very easy (and relaxing!), or bring it to a professional groomer.
They are very close with their family, but they can be wary of strangers. They are not necessarily aggressive, but they probably won't approach everyone with a wagging tail and begging to be petted.
They are also alright living in an apartment if they have sufficient exercise and attention.
Being a less-popular breed, they can be quite expensive to buy. Find a reputable breeder or search your local shelter or purebred rescues.
Every dog is different; what you find in your research can be totally contradictory to the real dog.
However, just copy/pasting off of Webvet.com is not sufficient, I'm afraid.