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Border Terrier
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Border Terrier
Sophie, 1 year (front) Oscar, 9 mos. (back)
Photo Courtesy of Jenelle L. Harden
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Pronunciation |
Border Terrier |
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Description |
The Border Terrier is small spunky terrier with a
coarse, wiry double coat. He has dark lively eyes, a short muzzle, black nose
and small ears, which fold forward into a "V" shape. The jaw should
meet in a scissors bite. The tail is relatively short and tapers from a thicker
base to the tip. It is carried level with the back unless the dog is very
excited. Its limbs are not heavily boned. The Border Terrier comes in red, blue
& tan, tan, and grizzle & tan. White on the feet is not allowed, but
small patches of white are permissible on the chest. |
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Temperament |
The Border Terrier is alert and lively, but
mild-mannered. Especially affectionate with children and wants to please, so it
is relatively easy to train. A hardy, scruffy little terrier and a bold hunter.
Socialize them well and get puppies accustomed to loud noises and city
situations while they are still young to avoid excessive timidity. It will bark,
but it is not aggressive. They might even go home with a burglar! Puppies are
very active, but they will mellow as an adult. Border Terriers like to dig and
must be securely fenced in. Many owners use free-standing dog runs or additional
reinforcements along the bottom of their fences. They may get themselves stuck
in tight holes, though they can usually wiggle their way out. They are not
trustworthy with hamsters, rabbits, rats or birds, but will generally get along
with other dogs. If the puppy is raised with cats, family cats will not
generally be a problem. The dog shouldn't be trusted with other people's cats
however. If you have two Border Terriers, it is best to have a male and a
female. This breed does not do well when left alone all day. They are economical
to feed, for they will thrive on a cup of dry dog food per day. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs 13-16 inches
(33-41cm) Bitches 11-14 inches (28-36cm)
Weight: Dogs 13-16 pounds (6-7kg) Bitches 11-14
pounds (5-6kg) |
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Health Problems |
The Border Terrier is relatively insensitive to
pain and shows few signs of illness, so the owner should watch this breed's
health carefully. Canine Epileptoid Cramping Syndrome - CECS
also known as "Spike's Disease" is a recently recognized canine health problem
and hereditary canine disease in Border Terriers. It can sometimes get confused
with canine epilepsy. It is also being considered to be a metabolic,
neurological or muscle disorder. |
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Living Conditions |
The Border Terrier will do okay in an apartment if
it is sufficiently exercised. They are moderately inactive indoors and a small
yard is sufficient. |
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Exercise |
Border Terriers were bred to hunt and have great
vitality and stamina. They need plenty of exercise, which includes a
long daily walk. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 15 or more years |
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Litter Size |
2 - 8 puppies - Average 4 - 5 |
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Grooming |
The durable, wiry coat needs weekly brushings and
a twice a year professional grooming. The object is a completely natural look.
The Border Terrier sheds little to no hair and is good for allergy sufferers.
Bathe only when necessary. |
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Origin |
The Border Terrier was originally bred in the
Cheviot Hills area near the border between England and Scotland to help farmers
drive predatory foxes from their dens and kill them. This sturdy little fellow
has long enough legs and enough stamina to keep up with a horse, even though he
is quite small. The bold little Border Terrier has also been used to
hunt marten, otter and the fierce badger. As with most terriers, the Border
Terrier gradually began to be taken into the home. Today due to his winning
personality, adaptability and friendliness, the breed is highly esteemed as a
companion dog, yet he can still serve as a fine farm dog, helping to control
vermin. The Border Terrier was officially recognized by the British Kennel Club
in 1920 and by the AKC in 1930. Some of the Border Terrier's talents include:
hunting, tracking, watchdogging, agility, competitive obedience, and performing
tricks. |
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Terrier, AKC Terrier |
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Recognition |
BTCA, CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
CET, APRI, ACR |
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BTCA = Border Terrier Club of America, Onc.
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
UKC = United
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CET = Club
Español de Terriers (Spanish Terrier Club)
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
This is Tyler owned by Jim and Kathy Robinson's.
Ristle Border Terrier's
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Hamish, the Border Terrier at 6 years old, but still a puppy at heart, and as
you can see enjoys his cat naps.
Hamish is Tyler's son, (Tyler pictured above)
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American & Canadian Champion KayLee's Run for the
Border, Master EarthDog aka "Jake" Jake is owned and spoiled rotten
by Lee & Kay Anderson of Shady Cove Or, USA
(right) Vera at 7 years old and Graham at 5 years old
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