Border terrier dogs are believed to have originated near the border of Scotland and England. They are prominently known as farm workers. They are used as guard dogs by farmers who use them to drive away fox from the farms and kill them.
About Border Terrier
Although the main purpose for taking them up as
pets is believed to be hunting, they are also highly regarded as great companions to their masters.
Physical Appearance of Border Terrier
The Border terrier dogs have a weather resistant double coat. They hardly or do not shed any hair at all. The colour of this
breed coat can vary from blue and tan, grizzle and tan to red and wheaten. Their outer coat is wiry which helps to cover the short and dense undercoat. They have a short muzzle and their tail is extremely short and tapered. Their ears too, are small and V shaped.
Border Terrier as a Pet
Though a large number of people are taking up Border terrier as their pets, it needs to be noted that they demand a lot of care and attention. Their coats need to be brushed twice a week. It is the responsibility of the owner to get their coat stripped professionally twice a year.
Owners should also bear in mind that Border terriers should not be overfed as they have a tendency to put on weight easily.
Border terrier dogs are quite eager and pleasing in nature. They need early socialization and timidity coupled along with early obedience in order to make them household pets. Border terriers are known not to respond to harsh training methods which might break their spirit.
Characteristics / Behavior of Border Terrier
Border terrier is small, compact and quite energetic in nature. They possess a large amount of vitality and stamina.
Border terriers, as pets team up best with older children who are considerate toward them. Although
Border terrier dogs do get along with other dogs, it is better not to bring them in a house which has other pets, such as cats or rabbits. Border terrier is also known for their destructive nature. They may go on barking endlessly, if they are getting bored or lonely.
In case they are left alone for a significant period of time, they might become extremely furious and dangerous. This is the reason why people with two careers should not take them up as pets.
Specific Traits of Border Terrier
Border terrier like activities, they love to go out on walks or an engaging game session with their masters in order to reenergize themselves up.
Border terrier might be an ideal
pet for individuals who are looking for an ideal guard dog or someone, upon whom they can shower their love and affection all the time.
