Dog class - Terrier
Average height - 16 to 20 inches
Average weight - 11.5 to 15 pounds
Size - Small and agile
Coat - Double coat: dense undercoat; short and wiry over coat
Average life span - 10 to 12 years

This alert and plucky dog was developed especially to catch the foxes that caused so much damage to farmers' chickens and livestock. He was bred to have longer legs than most terriers. This dog is also adaptable to city life, provided he gets plenty of exercise. He's most interested in being with his owner, and is a good-natured and loving companion.

In the field he is "hard as nails;" as a family companion he is good-tempered, affectionate, obedient, and easily trained. The Border Terrier is not aggressive and gets along with other dogs, household pets and horses.

It cannot take physical punishment without it ruining the bond of trust.

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