Border Terrier
region Scotland
cut 33 to 36 cm on average.
weight 5.9 to 7.1 kg. (M), 5.1 to 6.4 kg (F)
hair The coat is hard and dense and the undercoat tight.
dress Red, wheaten, gray and tan or blue and tan.
head looks like an otter
eyes Dark, with a lively expression.
ear Small, "V" shaped. They are moderately thick and fall forward close to the cheek.
tail quite short and quite thick
behaviour Combining activity and courage.
federation FCI Nomenclature group 3 section 1 no 10
introduction
Its maintenance is very simple: twice a year waxing and brushing once a week. To avoid damaging his hair, it is not recommended to wash it too often. The Border Terrier is increasingly known for its agility prowess!
origins
He is named after the Borders region in southern Scotland where he was raised. He would be descended from the old type of Bedlington with contributions from Lakeland Terrier and Dandie Dinmont Terrier. Its name took hold in 1880. A specialized club was created in 1920. It was first used for fox hunting and to accompany hound packs. Very rare in France until 1985, it has since experienced a real craze. Rustic, with exceptional endurance, full of drive, able to follow a horse, courageous and strong. He has a strong personality but with a happy character. Very attached to his masters, he loves children. He adapts to life in an apartment if he is offered long and frequent outings.