Border Terrier
Small dog breeds
Origin: | Uk |
Size Type: | Small dog breeds |
Height: | 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) |
Weight: | 6-7 kg |
Form of ear: | Lop-eared |
Form of a tail: | Drooping tail |
Life span: | 13-14 years |
Japanese Site: | Border Terrier |
Overview
When the ancestors date back, to arrive in a large group of terrier dog that existed centuries in Cheviot Hills region is England and Scotland border. It is possible to protect the livestock and food, to catch vermin such as fox, had been given a great deal of praise from farmers in the region, this dog. Several hundred years now and it holds without compromising the character of the previous. To fit over the border terrier dogs and other current, you are lets make up a dog with excellent hunting ability in the United States.
Characteristics
Body length slightly longer than the withers. Head is very similar to the otter. Ear that was dropped in a V-type small, eye color is dark hazel. The tail is docked short city. Skin is slack thick. The wiry coat.
Temperament
It is the owner of the firm personality with a strong will, but follow well in obedience training, it is possible to get along with my family.
Color
And Red Gurizuru & Tan, Blue & Tan, Wheaton.
How to Care & How to Train
The tip of the head, limbs, neck, tail and trimming, it is necessary to coat long body is pulled out.
Exercise
I do long walks with a lead. Since work well active, it is preferable to'll give a role.
Disease to be careful
Arthritis, heart disease, progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts, skin disease
Disease that can be seen occasionally
Hip dysplasia, heart disease
Inspection want to
Hip joint inspection, heart function tests