Border Terriers

About Border Terriers

(copied with permission and thanks from www.gabrielwoods.com)

Border Terriers originated from the “Border Country”, the Cheviot Hills that form the boundary between Scotland and England. The people living in this area wanted a dog that could follow a horse yet be small enough to “go to earth”. The strong hill foxes were formidable and it took a compactly built and sensible dog, as well as a good hunter, to stay with them until they could be brought to bay. The Borders ran along side the hunters and the hounds, so this little dog is built with a lot of stamina.

Borders are rough-coated and most commonly come in various shades of red grizzle, grizzle and tan, or blue and tan (looks black with some light colored ticking). The Border has a double coat with the outer coat wiry and water-repellent while beneath is a soft, velvet-like undercoat. This double coat insulates the Border. It is not necessary to bathe Borders as this will soften their coats. Brushing weekly and periodic stripping of the wiry outer coat is all that is necessary for grooming.

The Border´s head is very distinctive resembling the head of an otter with its head flat and broad in the skull with ears not set too high. The muzzle is broad and short in appearance. The ears are small and V-shaped and preferably dark in color. They are not set high on the head but rather somewhat on the side and dropping forward. A Border´s eyes are dark hazel.

Borders are terriers bred for utility and purpose. A natural dog, they do not have cropped ears or tails. The average weight for an adult Border Terrier is approximately 12-18 pounds. These dogs are easy going, well adjusted, and a good all around family pet. They are at home both in the country and in a city apartment. They are great companions!

Books on Border Terriers

For more information, check out Amazon.com and look for books on Border Terriers.

Some books we recommend are:

	Pet Owners Guide to the Border Terrier by Betty Judge (Best book for strictly pet owners)
	Border Terriers Today by Anne Roslin-Williams
	About the Border Terrier by Verite Reily Collins

If you are thinking about getting your first Border, we highly recommend that you do a lot of reading, talk to breeders, and attend a show or visit someone with a Border to ensure that this is the dog for you. We only place puppies in homes with a securely fenced yard.

We are happy to answer questions! If you
would like more information please contact us.

Lily, Barney, and Emma relaxing at home