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About Border Terriers

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The Border Terrier is a British breed of small, rough-coated terrier. It originates from the area of the Anglo-Scottish border, and shares ancestry with the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Bedlington Terrier from the same area.

The Border Terrier was traditionally used in fox-hunting, and worked with the Border Hunt in Northumberland.

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The breed was officially recognised by The Kennel Club in Great Britain in 1920, Their original purpose was to bolt foxes which had gone to ground. They were also used to kill rodents, but they have been used to hunt otters and badgers too

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The Border Terriers are Sociable, playful, affectionate and cheeky, Border Terriers are great family dogs for active households with lots going on.

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Border Terriers are intelligent, quick learners. They’re relatively easy to train with the right motivation but can be a little wilful at times. They can make great dogs for first-time dog owners.

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Originally bred to work alongside horses and hounds, the Border Terrier tends to get on with people and animals alike.

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Border Terriers are known for their independence and they tend to be self-assured and less prone to separation anxiety than other breeds although this can make them a little stubborn. but this is a quirky feature of the breed. ​

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Lifespan of a Border Terrier

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The average lifespan of a Border Terrier is 12-15 years, but with good care and health active lifestyle they can live many years longer. 

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Care Of A Border Terrier

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The Border Terrier’s coarse and dense double coat consists of a tough, waterproof top coat and a softer undercoat for warmth. Their weatherproof coat was necessary as this breed was born to hunt foxes in all types of weather. Additionally, they have thick and loose skin to protect them from bites from their fox adversaries.these dogs will shed seasonally. A quick brush once weekly is typically all that’s needed during the non-shedding season to keep the coat looking its best