The alert, friendly Border Terrier was designed to help with foxhunts by luring foxes out of their hiding spots and into the open for the hounds to chase. They now make wonderful family members that appreciate their people.Despite the fact that these are purebred canines, some may wind up in shelters or rescues. If you think this is the breed for you, consider adopting one.

Border Terriers still have a strong desire to hunt and dig, as well as the energy required to keep up with horseback hunters. Border Terriers can be a vexing pet for some people, but for others, they are fantastic companions that play hard and love even more. They can adjust to living in an apartment as long as they receive enough exercise. Give this dog plenty of exercise and you'll have a lifelong devoted and affectionate best friend.

This carrier is recommended by DogTime for travelling with your tiny Border Terrier. You could also get this dog fetch toy to assist your pet burn off some of his pent-up energy!

Border Terrier Highlights
Breed Size	Small
Nature	Gentle, Friendly, Playful, Outgoing, Willful
Energy Level	Active
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	When Necessary
Coat Length	Short
Breed Group	Terrier
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Brown / chocolate / liver,red,gold / yellow,cream,fawn
Other Facts	Hypoallergenic,easy to train,easy to groom,high prey drive,apartment-friendly,cold weather tolerant,good for first-time pet owners.

Dog History

During the 18th century, the Border Terrier was developed in northeast England, near the Scottish border. He's a byproduct of the never-ending conflict between farmers and foxes. Borders were designed with a long, slim, flexible body to fit into tight tunnels and flush foxes from their hiding spots, as well as legs long enough to keep up with the horses during a foxhunt.

Of course, they had plenty of stamina, a weather-resistant coat, and thick, loose skin that couldn't be punctured by their foxy foes' teeth. A picture of two Border Terriers by Arthur Wentworth from 1754 is one of the first examples of the breed.

The Border Terrier was well-known in England's border area for his courageous and unyielding character, but he was less recognised abroad. In the late 19th century, you could have seen him at agricultural exhibits in Northumberland, but dog lovers didn't pay much attention to him until the early 20th century. The Kennel Club of England recognised him in 1920, and a breed club was founded.

In 1930, Netherbyers Ricky became the first Border Terrier to be registered in the United States. The Border Terrier has been an unknown for much of his life, and his folks would like that he stay that way if it means sheltering him from the horrors of fame. He is now ranked 81st out of 155 breeds and varieties recognised with the USDA.

Health and Care

Border Terriers are typically healthy, however they, like other breeds, are susceptible to certain illnesses. Although not all Border Terriers will contract any or all of these illnesses, it's vital to be aware of them if you're thinking about getting one.

Find a reliable breeder who will show you health clearances for both your dog's parents if you're buying a puppy. Health clearances demonstrate that a dog has been checked for and cleared of a certain disease.

Health certifications from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals for hips and the Canine Eye Registry Foundation (CERF) confirming that the eyes are normal are expected in Border Terriers.

Health clearances aren't given to dogs less than 2 years old since certain health concerns don't show up until they reach full maturity. Look for a breeder that waits until her dogs are two or three years old before breeding them.

Although not prevalent in the breed, the following issues may arise:

• Hip Dysplasia
• Heart defects
• Malocclusions
• Patellar Luxation
• Hypothyroidism

Care

Border Terriers are family dogs that should be kept indoors with their owners rather than being chained in the yard, though they do like having access to one. Just make sure the fence is high and secure, because these dogs are master escape artists.

They'll benefit from at least a half-hour of daily activity, such as a leash walk, off-leash play in a gated area, or a game of fetch. Border Terriers are prone to weight gain and boredom if they do not get enough exercise. Boredom can lead to naughty behaviour and excessive barking.

Border Terriers may be a mixed blessing for a trainer. They're eager to please and intelligent on the one hand. They rapidly pick up on home regulations and other key canine etiquette, like as housetraining, leash walking, and polite greetings (although they may never give up the habit of jumping up).

The true hurdles arise when it comes to advanced training. Border Terriers were bred to be independent since they had to work apart from their handlers during foxhunts. This feature is still prevalent in the breed, and while they will listen to an order, they will determine when to obey it on their own.

Even so, be easy on them; they're sensitive and will react badly to rigorous training methods, which will crush their spirit. Look for a trainer that knows the terrier mindset and employs positive reinforcement tactics like praise, play, and food rewards to teach your Border Terrier.

Border Terriers are easy to housetrain if given a regular routine and enough of opportunity to use the restroom outside. Crate training aids in housetraining and prevents your Border Terrier from chewing on your belongings while you are away. However, the box is a tool, not a prison, so don't leave your Border in it for lengthy periods of time. A Border Terrier's finest home is with you.

Another requirement is leash training. A Border Terrier's ability to flee in quest of prey or adventure is extraordinary. This impulse does not diminish with age; in fact, it grows stronger.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

Grooming a border terrier is simple. Most of the time, all they need is a weekly brushing and the odd wash to keep their coat in good shape. You'll have to brush them every day when they have their seasonal shed (and might want to use a special brush that can help minimise shedding).

Border terriers like companionship and will want to be with their family whenever possible, whether it's on a car journey, a long walk, or simply hanging out at home. They like a good romp and get along well with other dogs.

Border terriers, according to Ott, are one of the most trainable terrier breeds and are highly food driven, making training relatively straightforward. "They're the type of dog who thinks to himself, 'What's in it for me?'" They'll learn to sit, stay, and do tricks quickly, but they'll want to know where the cookie is at the end," she explains. Even with all the goodies in the world, owners will still have to work hard to persuade their dogs to perform what they're supposed to. "This isn't a dog you can keep in your backyard and hope is a decent dog," Ott explains. "Border terriers are extremely intelligent, and if you don't keep them occupied, they will kill you."

Feeding

1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cup of high-quality dog food split into two meals is the recommended daily quantity.The amount of food your adult dog consumes is determined by his size, age, build, metabolism, and degree of activity. Dogs, like people, are unique individuals that require different amounts of food. It practically goes without saying that a dog that is very active will require more than a dog who is sedentary. The type of dog food you buy makes a difference as well; the better the dog food, the more it will nourish your dog and the less you'll have to shake into his bowl.

Rather than putting food out all the time, measure his food and feed him twice a day to keep your Border Terrier in excellent form. Give him the eye and hands-on tests if you're not sure if he's overweight. Look down at him first. There should be a waist visible. Then, with your thumbs down his spine and fingers stretched downward, place your hands on his back. Without pressing too much, you should be able to feel but not see his ribs. If you can't, he'll need to eat less and exercise more.

Fun Facts

• In his pack of more than 20 pet dogs, Elton John is claimed to have "nine or ten" border terriers.
• In the film Anchorman: The Ron Burgundy Story, Quince the border terrier plays Ron Burgundy's trusted buddy, Baxter.
• Border terriers have achieved more Earthdog distinctions from the American Kennel Club (AKC) than any other terrier.
• As a mascot for the Railway Post Office and the United States Postal Service in the late 1800s, Owney (a terrier mix) travelled over 140,000 miles. He was featured on a postage stamp in the United States in 2011.

Home Training Tips and General Information

• Love is all a dog requires.
• One of the most prevalent dog claims I hear as a canine behavioural consultant is that all a dog requires is love. Is that correct or incorrect? You might be surprised by my response!
• There are four things you must do correctly.
• It doesn't have to be difficult to train your Border Terrier puppy. You can influence your puppy's behaviour and make training easier right now by doing four simple things.
• What Should You Teach? (and When)
• Dog training begins the minute your puppy arrives at your home. If you utilise the incorrect training approach, your puppy will begin to make decisions about how he wants you to fit into his life, which will lead to conflict and behavioural issues. You must respond appropriately to anything your puppy does, or he will learn the incorrect things. Here's my suggested Border Terrier puppy training plan (what to teach, when to teach it).
• Teach Your Border Terrier To Be Respectful Of You.
• I utilise and suggest "Respect Training" as a dog training strategy for Border Terriers. When you say "No," a dog who respects you will stop what he's doing and do what you say. No Teaching your dog to respect you means interacting with him in specific ways.
• Teach The Correct Words In The Correct Context
• My approach to Border Terrier training is teaching certain phrases in specific ways so that your dog not only learns the words but also develops the respectful attitude that makes him want to obey you. Teach your dog to comprehend what you're saying by teaching him words. Teach those terms in the proper context, and he will follow your instructions.
• Your Border Terrier's Housebreaking
• There are two essentials to breaking into a house. There are only two, but you must get them both correct. And I don't mean 50 percent correct; I mean 100 percent correct. Otherwise, you'll wind up with a dog that is only 50% toilet trained, which no one wants. So there you have it: your two keys to breaking into a house.
• Border Terrier Socialization
• Socializing your Border Terrier entails teaching him or her how to interact respectfully with strangers and other animals.

FAQS

Border Terrier Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Blue	Allie
Bruce	Beau
Bubba	Buffy
Captain	Carly
Champ	Coco
Frankie	Delia
Gizmo	Honey
Iggy	Lady
King	Miley
Leroy	Pepper
Maverick	Raven
Milo	Sam
Morrisc	Scarlet
Peanut	Brodie
Remy	Charisma
Willy	Cisco
T-bone	Cody
Volvo	Tess
Yaka	Lucy
Yeller	Frankie