Border Terrier Did You Know?

• As a working terrier, the early Border Terrier's value was based on its ability to go after and bolt fox and be a source of vermin control for the farmers of the region.
• Borders on the farm in the 18th century were expected to find their own food, so they had to be good hunters to survive.
• The formation of the Border Terrier Club was 1920 with the English Kennel Club.
• The first registration of the Border Terrier in the United States was 1930.
• The Border Terrier has a weather resistant coat with a hard, wiry outercoat and soft undercoat repels most dirt.
• By nature, the Border Terrie is good tempered, affectionate obedient and easily trained.