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 dogs were traditionally used in fox-hunting, and worked with the Border Hunt in Northumberland.
The breed originates from the Anglo-Scottish border region, particularly associated with Northumberland.
The Border Terrier is known for its distinctive otter-shaped head and dense, wiry coat. Originally bred for fox-hunting, they are agile and have a strong prey drive. Today, they are primarily kept as companion animals and are valued for their friendly and affectionate nature.
A Border Terrier portrait
Female red Border Terrier.
Red Grizzled Border Terrier
Border Terrier performing jump in Dog Agility
Trainability
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