Border Terrier
His plain brown wrapper hides a cheerful, sensible dog.
Border Terrier Characteristics
Amount of shedding
Apartment appropriate
Cold tolerance
Drooling potential
Ease at being home alone
Friendly toward strangers
Good for novice owners
Heat tolerance
Need for exercise
Potential for weight gain
Tendency to bark or howl
Vigor
Wanderlust
Watchdog ability
Vital Stats
Height:
10 to 11 inches at shoulder
Weight:
11 to 15 pounds
Coat:
short and wiry
Life span:
12 to 15 years
Breed Group:
Terriers
Summary
This alert, good-natured dog was originally bred to assist in foxhunts, driving foxes out of their hiding places and out into the open for the hounds to chase. He still has a powerful drive to hunt and dig, as well as the energy level that enabled him to keep up with hunters on horseback. These traits can make him an aggravating pet for some owners; for others, Border Terriers are wonderful companions who play hard and love harder.
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