The Border Terrier is a small and energetic breed of dog that was originally bred in England for hunting small game. They are intelligent, playful, and affectionate, and make excellent companion dogs.
Border Terrier
Also known as Reedwater Terrier, Coquetdale Terrier
Origin
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- Anglo-Scottish border, Cheviot Hills
- Era
- 19th century
Group
- Terrier
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 33–40 cm · Female 28–36 cm
- Weight
- Male 6–7 kg · Female 5–6 kg
Coat
- Type
- wire
- Length
- short
- Colours
- red, grizzle and tan, blue and tan, wheaten
Traits
- intelligent, good-natured, affectionate, alert, eager to please, independent