Border
Terrier
Family: terrier
AKC Breed Group: Terrier
Area of Origin: border of Scotland and England
Date of Origin: 1700s
Original Function: fox bolting, ratting
Today's Function: Earth dog trials
Colors: red, grizzle and tan, blue and tan, or wheaten
Coat: hard, thick and dense undercoat; outercoat is curly
Characteristics and temperaments: By nature, Border Terrier dogs are
good-tempered, obedient and easily trained because they are willing to please
their owner. They are alert, lively, affectionate and like to dig
Average Size of Male: Height: 10 - 11 inches, Weight: 13 - 15.5 pounds
Average Size of Female: Height: 10 - 11 inches, Weight: 11.5 - 14 pounds
Care: The coat needs brushing on a weekly basis. Grooming is recommended
to keep him in the perfect shape
Training and activity: This breed is a quick learner. Regular outdoor
exercise like running and playing keep the dog happy. Plenty of exercise is
required due to its nature of being bred to hunt and having great stamina and
energy
Other Names: none
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