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Border Terrier Dogs

The Border Terrier is a small dog belonging to the Terrier Group of dogs. Recognised as a breed by the Kennel Club in 1920, the Border Terrier has its origins in the Scottish Borders. It was originally bred during the 18th centuryto hunt foxes and rodents.

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Country Of Origin: Scotland/England (Scottish Borders)

Lifespan: 12-15 years

Colours: Red, wheaten, grizzle and tan, blue and tan

Coat: Harsh, dense

Breed: Terrier

Size: Small

Height:
Male: 31 cm (12.25 ins)
Female: 28 cm (11 ins)

Weight:
Male: 6 - 7 Kg (13 - 15.5 lbs)
Female: 5 - 6.5 Kg (11.5 - 14 lbs)

Border Terrier Dogs

Care:

Temperament:

Suitability:

Suitable Environment:

Grooming: Minimal

Exercise: Considerable

Trainability:

Child Friendly: Yes

Pet Tolerant: No

Novice Owner Suitability: Yes

Border Terrier Dogs

Health Issues*:
Canine Epileptoid Cramping Syndrome (CECS), Cataracts, Hip Dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, Patella Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Ventricular Septal Defect

(* The fact that this breed may be susceptible to these conditions does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected by them. They are listed here purely as a guide.)

Border Terrier Products:
Recommended Border Terrier books:
* Pet Owners Guide to Border Terriers by: Betty Judge
* Border Terrier by: Betty Judge
* Border Terriers: An Owners Companion by: Frank Jackson and Jean Jackson
* Border Terrier by: Penelope Ruggles-Smythe
* About the Border Terrier by: Verite Reily Collins
* Border Terriers Today by: Anne Roslin-Williams

Website: Border Terrier








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